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Install options for Windows Server 2016
Learn about the install options for Windows Server 2016.
John Savill
August 24, 2015
1 Min Read
Q. What are the installation options for Windows Server 2016?
A. Windows Server 2016 features two installation options and additionally a Nano deployment can be created using the media but is not an actual installation option. The two installation options are:
Windows Server - Server Core which is the core OS without local management tools or graphical interface. Administrated remotely using management tools and PowerShell
Windows Server (Server with Desktop Experience) - Install with local GUI, management tools and the Desktop Experience component giving the same experience as Windows client. Used when a local graphical experience is required and for Remote Desktop Services Host
This means the three options can be visualized as:
The big push for Windows Server 2016 is to use the Server Core (Windows Server) and Nano Server deployment options.
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