Currently, there are two channels in Windows Server. The short-term support version (Semi-Annual Channel) follows the rhythm of Windows 10 and is updated every six months to support 18 months. The long-term support version (Long-Term Servicing Channel/), Updated every 2-3 years, supporting 10 years. The earliest version of the current LTSC branch is Windows Server 2016.
In the hybrid cloud, enterprise customers can use Project Honolulu to manage Windows Server deployments. Microsoft said that users can easily integrate Azure services such as Azure Backup, Azure File Sync, and disaster recovery to use these Azure services without interrupting applications and infrastructure.
In terms of security, Microsoft focused on three points: “Protection, Detection, and Response.” Shielded virtual machine features debuted in Windows Server 2016 have been further enhanced. This feature will support Linux virtual machines, and Microsoft announced that it will expand VMConnect to support Linux troubleshooting.
In terms of the application platform, Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) will log into Windows Server 2019. At present, WSL has already landed a half-channel version. At present, Microsoft is improving support for Kubernetes.
Finally, Microsoft stated that System Center 2019 will be available before the end of this year and will support Windows Server 2019. At present, Microsoft released the first preview version of Build 17623, which already contains most of the above features, such as Windows Defender ATP and Shielded Linux VMs.
