Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Learn about the innovative technologies in Microsoft Windows Server 2019 that boost the abilities of failover clustering and prevent unauthorized access to data by tamping down access to data as it crosses the network. Microsoft expects its new Storage Migration Service to prevent service disruptions and other issues associated with server operating systemmigrations.

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Microsoft Windows Server 2019 News

November 13, 2019 13 Nov'19
Microsoft Ignite 2019 conference coverage

Expect Microsoft to continue its cloud push at its annual conference for IT pros to get more organizations moving to Azure and its Office 365 collaboration platform.
September 26, 2018 26 Sep'18
Windows Admin Center unlocks Server 2019 features

Not just for troubleshooting, Windows Admin Center helps admins unlock the full potential of the latest Windows Server offering.
March 26, 2018 26 Mar'18
Windows Server 2019 preview draws Azure closer

Windows Server 2019 will come with a number of enhancements to cater to administrators who want a tighter connection to the Azure cloud platform, Microsoft said.

Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Get Started

Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content

Use a Windows Server 2019 domain controller or go to Azure?

Administrators must dig into the details to see if a swap from on-premises Active Directory to the Azure equivalent makes sense for their organization. Continue Reading
Windows Server 2019 RDS updates a boon for remote work needs

Enhanced security, improved end-user experience and cloud integration are just a few of the perks for organizations that move to Windows Server 2019 RDS. Continue Reading
Lighten up and install Exchange 2019 on Windows Server Core

Organizations looking to tighten up security in every aspect of their infrastructure now have the option to deploy their on-premises messaging system on Server Core 2019. Continue Reading

Evaluate Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Why Linux containers on Windows is a big deal

Microsoft introduced support for Docker Linux containers in its latest versions of the Windows client and server operating systems, so why should it matter to you? Continue Reading
VMs vs. containers: What Windows admins need to know

VMs have high resource overhead, but they're dependable. Containers can scale dramatically, but they require a different mode of management. Which is right for your workloads? Continue Reading
What are some Windows Server 2019 SDN security features?

Microsoft continued to refine the software-defined networking capabilities in its latest server operating system by developing several new security features. Continue Reading

Manage Microsoft Windows Server 2019

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

How to manage Server Core with PowerShell

New PowerShell users will need to overcome a learning curve to work with Server Core, but the tool has some built-in aids to help you progress. Continue Reading
What are the Azure Stack HCI deployment, management options?

While the Windows Admin Center is one way to manage the Azure Stack HCI platform, you can also use traditional, battle-tested tools. Continue Reading
What are the Azure Stack HCI features?

An Azure Stack HCI system relies on Windows Server 2019 to deliver the software-defined compute, storage and networking technologies that integrate with the OEM hardware. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Build a Hyper-V home lab in Windows Server 2019

Production servers aren't the place to experiment with Microsoft's Hyper-V technology. This guide helps you build a lab tailored for a nested virtualization environment. Continue Reading
What are some potential Windows Server cluster set snags?

Windows Server 2019 cluster sets bring some Azure-like capabilities into the data center, but new features also bring new challenges for administrators. Continue Reading
What are some Microsoft SDDC integration challenges?

Microsoft added a number of new software-defined features in Windows Server 2019, but deploying a fully virtualized data center remains a challenge for several reasons. Continue Reading