Windows Server 2022 Preview Available on Microsoft Evaluation Center

Hello Windows Insiders!

 

Windows Server 2022 brings innovation to Windows Server that enables customers to run their existing and new business critical applications with confidence. Windows Server 2022 brings the latest in security innovation, unique hybrid capabilities, and enhancements for modern applications. As a part of the release, we are bringing Secured-core to Windows Server to secure system running applications and services on Windows Server 2022. Secured-core builds on technologies such as System Guard and Windows Server Virtualization-based Security to minimize risk from firmware vulnerabilities and advanced malware. The new release also provides secured connectivity enabled by industry standard AES 256 encryption. Also, this release packs in significant improvements to Windows container runtime such as cross-version compatibility and containerization tools for .NET, ASP.NET and IIS applications. Try the preview here: Microsoft Evaluation Center. 

 

Evaluation versions do not require a product key, and expire in 180 days.

 

We value your feedback! 

 

The most important part of a frequent release cycle is to hear what's working and what needs to be improved, so your feedback is extremely valued. For Windows Server, use your registered Windows 10 Insider device and use the Feedback Hub application.  In the app, choose the Windows Server category and then the appropriate subcategory for your feedback. In the title of the Feedback, please indicate the build number you are providing feedback on as shown below:

     [Server #####] Title of my feedback

 

See Share Feedback on Windows Server via Feedback Hub for specifics. We also encourage you to visit the Windows Server Insiders space on the Microsoft Tech Communities forum to collaborate, share and learn from experts.

 

Terms of Use

 

Evaluation editions are provided for use "as-is" and are not supported in production environments. Users are responsible for installing any updates made available from Windows Update.