ower Your Enterprise with Secure, Scalable Containerization

Windows Server 2019 Datacenter with Containers is a robust, enterprise-grade operating system designed to modernize infrastructure with native container support, enhanced security, and seamless hybrid cloud integration. Ideal for businesses running microservices, cloud-native applications, and DevOps workflows, this edition combines the reliability of Windows Server with the flexibility of containerized deployments.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Enterprise Containerization Made Easy

• Run Both Windows & Linux Containers – Supports Windows Server Core and Linux containers (via Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 - WSL 2) on the same host.

• Built-in Docker Engine – Deploy and manage containers effortlessly with pre-configured Docker integration.

• Kubernetes-Ready – Seamlessly integrates with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for orchestration at scale.

2. Advanced Security & Isolation

• Shielded Containers & VMs – Protect workloads with Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) and Host Guardian Service (HGS).

• Windows Defender ATP – Real-time threat detection for containers and host environments.

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) – Granular permissions for secure container management.

3. High Performance & Scalability

• Nano Server for Lightweight Containers – Minimal OS footprint for faster startup and lower overhead.

• Persistent Storage Support – Use Storage Spaces Direct (S2D), Azure Disks, and SMB volumes for stateful applications.

• Improved Networking – Features like Software Defined Networking (SDN) and Encrypted Networks optimize container communication.

4. Hybrid Cloud & DevOps Integration

• Azure Arc Enabled – Manage on-premises and cloud containers from a unified control plane.

• CI/CD Pipeline Ready – Works with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins for automated deployments.

• Azure Monitor & Log Analytics – Gain insights into container performance, logs, and security events.

5. Cost-Effective Licensing

• Unlimited Containers per Host – Datacenter edition allows unlimited Windows & Linux containers without additional licensing costs.