On October 10, 2023, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes, or technical support for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2. It was launched on September 4, 2012, and based on Windows 8, which lost technical support in 2016.
Category: Windows Server
November Updates may cause Windows Server hang and restart
After installing the November Updates for Windows Server, a memory leak may occur in the LSASS service, which can eventually cause domain controllers to hang and reboot. The LSASS service (short for Local Security Authority Subsystem Service) is responsible for enforcing security policies, handling token creation, password changes, and user authorization in the system.
Out-of-band update fixes Remote Desktop issues in Windows Server
Microsoft has released an out-of-band patch to fix a Windows Server bug that was preventing Remote Desktop connections and causing performance issues.
Windows Server 2022 is generally available
While Microsoft started deploying Windows Server 2022 on August 18, 2021, the Redmond software giant did not make an official announcement until today. The company wanted to make sure that the new version of the server OS is available on all distribution channels.
Microsoft released Windows Server 2022
A few days ago, Microsoft released Windows Server 2022. The product lost its LTSC tag with deprecation of the Semi-Annual release channel. It will be supported for 10 years.
Windows Server releases will now receive 10 years of support; Semi-Annual Channel deprecated
Microsoft deprecates the Semi-Annual Channel of Windows Server releases. The change goes live with Windows Server 2022, which will exist in the Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) only, and will be supported for 10 years.
Windows Server 2022 build 20292 released
Microsoft today released a new Insider Preview of Windows Server vNext. Build 20292 represent the upcoming Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release of the software.
Windows Server 2022 Build 20289 comes with the version 21H2 branding
Microsoft today released a new Insider Preview of Windows Server vNext. Build 20289 reveals that the company is going to postpone the product release date for the server software.
Server vNext is now officially Windows Server 2022
Microsoft today announced Windows Server Insider Preview build 20285. While this specific release doesn't include new features, it finally reveals the marketing name of the upcoming Windows Server version.
Windows Server Build 20270 is out along with SDK, WDK and ADK
Microsoft has released a new Server vNext build to Insiders. Build 10.0.20270.1000 from the fe_release_server branch is now available for download. It was compiled on November 24th, 2020.