Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard for windows

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Windows Server 2008 R2 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2009. Built on the Windows 7 kernel, it was the first Windows Server OS to be 64-bit only. It introduced key features like improved Active Directory, PowerShell 2.0, Remote Desktop Services, DirectAccess, and enhanced virtualization with Hyper-V. Designed for better performance, scalability, and manageability, it was widely used in business environments for roles like file servers, domain controllers, and remote access services.

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🌐 Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard - Full Details

📅 Release Information

Released: October 22, 2009
Build: 7600
Version: NT 6.1 (same as Windows 7)
Editions Available: Standard, Enterprise, Datacenter, Web, Itanium, Foundation

⚙️ Key Features of Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard

🖥️ Core Enhancements

64-bit Only: First Windows Server OS to be 64-bit only
Improved Scalability & Performance over Server 2008
Updated UI: Windows 7-style interface

🧱 Active Directory

Active Directory Recycle Bin – Restore deleted objects
Active Directory Administrative Center – More user-friendly management
Managed Service Accounts

📡 Networking Improvements

DirectAccess – Seamless, always-on VPN-like remote access
BranchCache – Local caching of frequently accessed data
IPv6 Enhancements

💻 Remote Access & Desktop Services

Remote Desktop Services (RDS) – Successor to Terminal Services
RemoteApp – Publish individual apps instead of full desktops
VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) support

🔒 Security Features

AppLocker – Application whitelisting tool
BitLocker Enhancements – Encryption improvements
Read-Only Domain Controller (RODC) support

🔧 Management Tools

Server Manager Enhancements
PowerShell 2.0
Best Practices Analyzer (BPA)

🖥️ Hardware Requirements (Minimum)

Component	Requirement
Processor	1.4 GHz (x64) or faster
RAM	512 MB minimum (2 GB or more recommended)
Disk Space	32 GB or more
Display	Super VGA (800x600) or higher resolution

📜 Licensing & Role Limitations (Standard Edition)

Maximum RAM Supported: 32 GB
Maximum Logical Processors: 4
VMs allowed with license: 1 virtual instance
Roles supported: Full range except for some that are edition-specific (e.g., clustering limited vs Enterprise/Datacenter)

🔚 End of Life (EOL) Information

Support Type	Date
Mainstream Support Ended	January 13, 2015
Extended Support Ended	January 14, 2020
ESU (Extended Security Updates)	Ended January 10, 2023

⚠️ As of now, Windows Server 2008 R2 is no longer supported by Microsoft unless you're on a special extended paid support (ESU) contract, which ended for most users in 2023.

📌 Notable Use Cases (Back in its Prime)

Small to medium business file and print servers
Domain Controllers for Active Directory
Hosting IIS Web Applications
Remote Desktop Hosting (light use)
Application and database hosting for legacy systems

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Requirements	🖥️ Hardware Requirements (Minimum) Component Requirement Processor 1.4 GHz (x64) or faster RAM 512 MB minimum (2 GB or more recommended) Disk Space 32 GB or more Display Super VGA (800x600) or higher resolution
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Sure! Here’s a comprehensive overview of Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard, including key features, system requirements, lifecycle details, and more: