: While previously restricted to Azure-specific editions, it is now available for Windows Server 2025 Standard

: Since this is the Core version, you will primarily manage it using Windows Admin Center or PowerShell .

Following the controversial KB5004442 updates, Windows Server 2025 will likely ship with DCOM authentication tightened by default.

: Usually followed by "English" or a specific localization code and an "English" version indicator. Installation Requirements To run this version, your hardware generally needs: Processor : 1.4 GHz 64-bit processor. RAM : At least 2GB (ECC recommended). Storage : 32GB minimum.