Main Features
Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials offers the following key features:
- Centralized management of user accounts and devices
- Integration with Microsoft cloud services
- Remote access to files and applications
- Automated backup and restore capabilities
- Integration with Office 365
Benefits
- Improved productivity and collaboration through centralized management
- Cost savings through integration with cloud services and Office 365
- Increased security through automated backup and restore capabilities
- Flexibility and convenience through remote access to files and applications
The Difference Between Windows Server 2012 R2 and its Previous Version
Windows Server 2012 R2 is an updated version of Windows Server 2012. The main difference between the two versions is that Windows Server 2012 R2 includes new features and improvements that enhance its functionality and performance.
Some of the new features in Windows Server 2012 R2 include:
- Improved virtualization capabilities, including support for larger virtual machines and more efficient use of resources
- Enhanced storage features, such as Storage Spaces and tiered storage
- Improved networking capabilities, including support for software-defined networking and network virtualization
- Improved security features, such as enhanced authentication and access control
- Improved management capabilities, including support for PowerShell 4.0 and improved server management tools
Overall, Windows Server 2012 R2 is a more powerful and flexible operating system than its predecessor, and is designed to meet the needs of modern businesses and organizations.
Windows Server 2012 R2 Editions Comparison
Features | Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials | Windows Server 2012 R2 Foundation | Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard | Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter |
Max. CPU sockets | 2 | 1 | 64 | 640 |
Max. RAM | 64 GB | 32 GB | 4 TB | 4 TB |
Max. Virtual Machines | | | 2 | unlimited |
Server Core Installation | | | | |
Windows Server Update Services | | | | |