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Windows Server and SQL Server at Microsoft Ignite 2023
One common theme stood out throughout Microsoft Ignite 2023: the potential of AI is becoming reality, and it's happening right now.![a person using a laptop computer](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Person-working-on-a-desktop-300x164.webp)
New options for Windows Server 2012/R2 end of support from Azure
In July 2023, we celebrated an incredible 30-year anniversary of Windows Server. We continue to innovate with new features to meet the needs of our customers.![a woman sitting at a table with a laptop and smiling at the camera](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Smiling-person-working-on-a-laptop-300x164.webp)
5 new capabilities to automate Windows Server management with Azure Automanage
Customers of all sizes trust Windows Server to run their business and mission-critical workloads. With the launch of Windows Server 2022, we’ve added new capabilities that bring the best of Windows Server and Azure together. Whether you’re migrating to the cloud, modernizing applications, or managing a hybrid environment, you can take advantage of unique innovations![a man sitting at a table using a laptop computer](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Person-working-on-a-laptop-2-300x164.webp)
Get a first look at Windows Server 2022—register for the free Windows Server Summit
You are invited to get a first look deep-dive at Windows Server 2022 by registering for the free, fourth annual Windows Server Summit, September 16, 2021, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Pacific Time. Be among the initial set of customers to learn about investments we are making in Windows Server, Windows Server on Azure,![a person sitting in a chair talking on the phone](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Person-working-on-a-desktop-3-300x164.webp)
Windows Server 2022 now generally available—delivers innovation in security, hybrid, and containers
Today, we are announcing the general availability of Windows Server 2022. It’s a big step forward for the operating system that is trusted by major corporations and small businesses alike to run their business and mission-critical workloads. With Windows Server 2022, customers can continue to securely run their workloads, enable new hybrid cloud scenarios, and modernize their applications to meet evolving business![a woman sitting on a table](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Two-people-in-front-of-a-laptop-2-300x164.webp)
Plan your Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 End of Support
Customers can migrate their workloads to Azure and get free Extended Security Updates for three more years, only in Azure.![a man holding a gun](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Person-working-on-a-tablet-2-300x164.webp)
Windows Server 2022 is now in preview on the Evaluation Center
At Microsoft Ignite, we announced that Windows Server 2022 was in preview. This new version of Windows Server includes some exciting new capabilities such as advanced multi-layer security, which includes bringing Secured-Core to Windows Server to secure system running applications and services on Windows Server 2022.![a person standing in front of a laptop](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Developers-chatting-at-desk_Ranbir_02-300x164.jpg)
All you need to know about Windows Server at Ignite 2019
Ready, set, go! The Windows Server team is ready to make sure you are set up for success at Microsoft Ignite 2019. Our experts are busy preparing technical content for breakout sessions, theater sessions and hands-on-workshops. You’ll find the schedule to plan your attendance below. We might even challenge you to a game of bowling![background pattern](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Windows-Server-brand-gradient-6-300x164.webp)
Advanced specialization for partners using Windows Server on Azure
Last week we held our annual Microsoft Inspire event welcoming partners from around the world! During the conference, we had some great sessions, including “Microsoft Azure is the #1 destination for Windows Server and SQL Server.” We also announced the Windows Server on Azure Advanced Specialization course in the Partner Center. What is the Windows![a man sitting in a chair talking on a cell phone](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Two-people-on-a-tablet-3-1-300x164.webp)
Six months left to transform your Windows Server 2008 apps and infrastructure
This month, SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 reached their End of Support. On January 14, 2020, Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will also reach their End of Support.![a man standing in front of a window](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Presenter-standing-at-a-white-board-conference-room-meeting-300x164.jpg)