Question

Which feature in Windows Server 2016 was designed to provide a foundation for server computing, particularly in the cloud?

a. Windows Core Server

b. Windows Nano Server

c.   Server Manager

d.   Windows Powershell

Answer 1

Windows core server:
Microsoft introduced windows core server in 2008. It removed features and services which are not required to run the most common server roles. It had no GUI.
Windows Nano server:
Microsoft introduced the windows nano server in 2016. It is a remotely administered server OS (operating system) that is optimized for clouds as well as data centers. It only supports 64-bit applications. It provided a foundation for server computing, particularly in the cloud.
Server manager:
Microsoft introduced the server manager in 2012. It allows to add server roles and features, manage and deploy server remotely.
Windows power shell:
Microsoft introduced the server manager in 2006. It is a task automation and configuration management framework which consists of a command-line shell.

Hence, the answer is (b) Windows Nano server

Answer 2

Answer:

b. Windows Nano Server

Explanation:

• Windows Nano Server was introduced in Windows Server 2016 as a minimalist, cloud-optimized OS variant.

• Extremely small footprint (~500 MB).

• No local GUI (managed remotely via PowerShell or DSC).

• Enhanced security (reduced attack surface).

• Purpose: Designed for lightweight, scalable cloud and container workloads (e.g., microservices, DevOps).

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• Key Features:

Why Not Other Options?

• a. Windows Core Server: Exists but is less streamlined than Nano Server.

• c. Server Manager: A GUI tool for server management, not a foundational OS.

• d. Windows PowerShell: A scripting tool, not an OS architecture.