Why upgrade to Windows Server 2022

The new security capabilities in Windows Server 2022 combine other security capabilities in Windows Server across multiple areas to provide defense-in-depth protection against advanced threats. Advanced multi-layer security in Windows Server 2022 provides the comprehensive protection that servers need today.

We recommend upgrading to the latest version of Windows Server. Running the latest version of Windows Server allows you to use the latest features – including the latest security features – and delivers the best performance. You can upgrade to a newer version of Windows Server by up to two versions at a time.

Below is an example of Windows Server 2022 per core Down Edition product specific use rights in the current Product Terms. Notice that Windows Server has both types of downgrade rights- prior version (Under the Universal Terms) and down edition use rights. Not all Products have both.

The new Windows Server 2022 is the most secure, reliable, and Azure-friendly server that Microsoft has released in the last two decades. It is built using the best security parameters as a direct response to the ever-increasing security threats and cyberattacks that are happening every day.