Windows Server 2016 Standard

Windows Server 2016 Standard from Microsoft is designed for small and medium organisations that need stability and efficiency in their server operations. It supports enhanced virtualization through Hyper‑V, letting you run multiple operating systems on a single physical server to improve resource use and reduce hardware needs.

This edition includes enterprise-level security features such as Shielded Virtual Machines and Windows Defender optimised for servers, and storage innovation with Storage Spaces Direct for highly available, software-defined storage. It is positioned to help manage intensive workloads while offering flexibility and cost-effective infrastructure improvements.