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Furthermore, when did Server 2012 r2 come out?
October 18, 2013
Beside above, what is the difference between Windows Server 2012 and 2012 r2? When it comes to the user interface, there's little difference between Windows Server 2012 R2 and its predecessor. The real changes are under the surface, with significant enhancements to Hyper-V, Storage Spaces and to Active Directory. Windows Server 2012 R2 is configured, like Server 2012, via Server Manager.
Similarly, you may ask, can you still buy Windows Server 2012?
No, but you can buy Server 2016 and use downgrade rights to install 2012 or 2008, if you need to. Most major retailers still have 2012R2 in stock.
What are the different Windows Server 2012 r2 editions available?
Microsoft has released four different editions of Windows Server 2012 varying in cost, licensing and features. These four editions of Windows Server 2012 R2 are: Windows 2012 Foundation edition, Windows 2012 Essentials edition, Windows 2012 Standard edition and Windows 2012 Datacenter edition.
How do I use Server 2012?
- Rename the server.
- Join a domain.
- Disable Windows firewall.
- Enable Remote Desktop for remote management.
- Configure the server's IP settings.
- Configure Windows Update.
- Disable Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration.
- Configure time zone settings.
