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Introduction to Windows Server 2012 Standard
Windows Server 2012 Standard is a robust and versatile server operating system designed for physical or minimally virtualized environments in small to medium-sized businesses. It delivers enterprise-class cloud and datacenter capabilities with a focus on increasing resilience, simplifying management, and reducing IT costs. The Standard edition provides all the same features as the Datacenter edition but is licensed for up to two virtual instances of Windows Server per license, making it a cost-effective solution for organizations that don’t require extensive virtualization.
Key enhancements over previous versions include significant improvements in virtualization technology (Hyper-V), storage management (Storage Spaces, Data Deduplication), networking, and automation using Windows PowerShell. It offers a user-friendly interface, improved server management tools, and strong support for hybrid cloud infrastructures, allowing businesses to efficiently manage on-premises environments and integrate with cloud services.
Key Features List
Windows Server 2012 Standard offers a range of features and server roles:
- Server Virtualization (Hyper-V): Enhanced capabilities include support for numerous virtual processors and large amounts of RAM per VM, network virtualization, improved connectivity, faster deployment, and UEFI support.
- Storage and File Services: Features like Storage Spaces utilize standard hardware for scalable storage, Data Deduplication reduces storage needs by storing content once, and SMB 3.0 offers performance and resiliency improvements.
- Networking: Includes IP Address Management (IPAM) for network space management, NIC Teaming for performance and fault tolerance, and Software-Defined Networking for cloud connectivity.
- Management and Automation: Server Manager provides a unified console for managing multiple servers, and Windows PowerShell with extensive cmdlets allows for automation and desired state configuration.
- Identity and Access Control: Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) offers simplified deployment and improved access control, while Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) provides digital certificates.
- Web and Application Platform: Internet Information Services (IIS) 8.0/8.5 includes features like CPU usage caps and centralized SSL management.
- Security: Windows Defender is available (in Server Core R2), and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is integrated for managing updates.
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