Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard

Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard delivers a cost-effective core infrastructure solution designed specifically for small to medium businesses seeking to optimize their IT investments. This edition provides the essential server capabilities needed to build a reliable, secure, and efficient business infrastructure without the premium cost of Datacenter edition.

Cost-Effective Licensing Model
Windows Server 2022 Standard employs a transparent core-based licensing model that helps businesses manage their IT budget effectively:

• Core-Based Calculation - Licenses are sold in packs of 2 or 16 cores
• Minimum Requirements - Minimum of 8 core licenses required per physical processor
• Server Minimum - Minimum of 16 core licenses required per server
• Virtualization Rights - Each license includes rights to run up to 2 Windows Server virtual machines
• License Stacking - Add additional licenses to the same server to support more virtual machines
• Client Access - Requires Client Access Licenses (CALs) for each user or device accessing the server.

Essential Virtualization Capabilities
Windows Server 2022 Standard includes powerful virtualization features through Hyper-V technology:

• 2 VM Rights - Run up to two Windows Server virtual machines per license
• VM Mobility - Move virtual machines between licensed servers as needed
• Resource Control - Allocate processor, memory, and storage resources to each VM
• VM Snapshots - Create point-in-time images of virtual machines for backup or testing
• Live Migration - Move running VMs between hosts with minimal downtime
• Nested Virtualization - Run Hyper-V inside virtual machines for development and testing
• For businesses with basic virtualization needs, Standard edition provides the perfect balance of capabilities and cost.

Core Infrastructure Services
Windows Server 2022 Standard includes all the essential roles and features needed to build a complete business infrastructure:

• File and Storage Services - Secure file sharing and storage management
• Web Server (IIS) - Hosting for internal and external web applications
• DNS Server - Domain name resolution for network resources
• DHCP Server - Automatic IP address assignment
• Active Directory - Centralized identity and access management
• Print Services - Centralized printer management
• Remote Desktop Services - Secure remote access to applications and desktops
• Windows Server Backup - Built-in backup and recovery capabilities

Enhanced Security Features
Windows Server 2022 Standard incorporates significant security enhancements to protect your business:

• Secured-core Server - Hardware root-of-trust and firmware protection
• TLS 1.3 - Enabled by default for secure communications
• HTTPS - Enhanced web security with DNS-over-HTTPS
• SMB AES-256 Encryption - Stronger encryption for file shares
• Windows Defender - Built-in malware protection
• Credential Guard - Protection against credential theft attacks
• Application Control - Ensure only trusted applications can run

Azure Hybrid Capabilities
Windows Server 2022 Standard is designed for today's hybrid cloud reality:

• Azure Arc - Manage Windows Server across environments
• Azure File Sync - Centralize file storage while maintaining local access
• Azure Backup - Cloud-based backup solution
• Azure Site Recovery - Disaster recovery services
• Azure Update Management - Centralized update management

System Requirements
For optimal performance, your hardware should meet these recommended specifications:

• Processor: 1.4 GHz 64-bit processor
• Memory: 2 GB minimum (16+ GB recommended for production)
• Disk space: 32 GB minimum
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet adapter