Use Windows Server 2016 or purchase Windows 10 Pro.

Swingfire
Junior Member

09-26-2016, 08:23 AM

I own a free Windows Server 2016 license from M$ that includes all the necessary features. Windows 10 Pro offers similar capabilities. Both OS have their pros and cons—consider your specific needs before deciding.

Swingfire

09-26-2016, 08:23 AM #1

Brendenwp
Junior Member

09-26-2016, 12:33 PM

I manage servers and desktops, and if you intend to use your computer for everyday tasks, obtain a Windows 10 key. Windows Server can be quite challenging to use when you need to perform most activities, especially gaming, due to its restrictive nature.

Brendenwp

09-26-2016, 12:33 PM #2

YOUNGHO
Member

09-28-2016, 04:34 AM

Discuss the key challenges we're facing.

YOUNGHO

09-28-2016, 04:34 AM #3

Discuss the key challenges we're facing.

Rik3107
Member

09-28-2016, 10:04 AM

He tried this method and hasn't reported any issues. It might be worth a shot if it doesn't work. If it fails, consider purchasing more units.

Rik3107

09-28-2016, 10:04 AM #4

He tried this method and hasn't reported any issues. It might be worth a shot if it doesn't work. If it fails, consider purchasing more units.

gaLact1cfLea
Member

194

10-14-2016, 12:25 PM

Purchase Windows 10, why opt for a server OS when you're not managing one... It's simple to "buy" a Windows 10 Pro version.

gaLact1cfLea

10-14-2016, 12:25 PM #5

Purchase Windows 10, why opt for a server OS when you're not managing one... It's simple to "buy" a Windows 10 Pro version.

xAdriLCT
Senior Member

702

10-14-2016, 07:00 PM

I could install Windows 9 at https://imagine.microsoft.com/en-us/Catalog/Product/82

xAdriLCT

10-14-2016, 07:00 PM #6

I could install Windows 9 at https://imagine.microsoft.com/en-us/Catalog/Product/82

slayer__is
Senior Member

521

10-14-2016, 08:47 PM

Windows 10 Education offers a more suitable choice for learning purposes.

slayer__is

10-14-2016, 08:47 PM #7

Windows 10 Education offers a more suitable choice for learning purposes.

MrCurseful
Member

10-14-2016, 09:54 PM

Certain enterprise applications need a Pro-level operating system, which means "Workstation" or "Server." For you? It doesn’t matter.

MrCurseful

10-14-2016, 09:54 PM #8

Certain enterprise applications need a Pro-level operating system, which means "Workstation" or "Server." For you? It doesn’t matter.

JenpaiMC
Member

106

10-20-2016, 12:55 PM

Windows Server 2016 offers a more straightforward experience compared to Windows 10, which includes fewer invasive tracking and mandatory update options.

JenpaiMC

10-20-2016, 12:55 PM #9

Windows Server 2016 offers a more straightforward experience compared to Windows 10, which includes fewer invasive tracking and mandatory update options.