Prepare for Windows Server 2008 end of support
On January 14, 2020, support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don't let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We're here to help you migrate to current versions for greater security, performance and innovation.
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Prepare for Windows Server 2008 end of support

On January 14, 2020, support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end. That means the end of regular security updates. Don't let your infrastructure and applications go unprotected. We're here to help you migrate to current versions for greater security, performance and innovation.

Three reasons to migrate your 2008 server applications to Azure now

End of support for 2008 servers is coming soon. Migrate your Windows Server and SQL Server applications to Azure to accelerate innovation with improved cost savings and security.

Innovation

Embrace the tools in Azure to modernise your applications. Focus on business innovation with fully managed services like Azure SQL Database, Azure App Service, and Azure IaaS.

Cost savings

Reduce your infrastructure costs with free extended security updates, the Azure Hybrid Benefit, and optimised infrastructure. Save up to $750K when you move one hundred 2008 servers to Azure. It would cost five times more to run Windows Server in AWS.

Security and compliance

Counter sophisticated cyberthreats with our secure cloud foundation and help meet compliance requirements with the most certifications of any cloud provider. Get free security updates for 3 more years after end of support.

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We've got you covered with new options

New options are now available to help you upgrade and adopt the innovative technologies you need to carry your organization into the future. If you need additional time to manage the transition, get three years of Extended Security Updates to keep your workloads protected beyond the deadline.

Migrate to Azure with free security updates

Rehost Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 workloads to Azure
Get three years of Extended Security Updates at no additional charge, and upgrade to a current version when ready
Use existing licences and save up to 80 percent on Azure Virtual Machines with Azure Hybrid Benefit and Reserved Instances

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Upgrade on-premises and stay protected

Upgrade to Windows Server 2016 for greater innovation, built-in security, and container support
For continued protection beyond the deadline, buy up to three years of Extended Security Updates—cover only the servers you need while you upgrade

Visit the on-premises upgrade center

Read Extended Security Updates FAQs

Assess

Identify and inventory your apps and server roles running on Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2. Analyse each workload to determine the best path—migrate to Azure or upgrade on-premises.

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