Windows Server 2025.26100.1742-oemret-x64fre-en... May 2026

Title: "Get Ready for Windows Server 2025: What You Need to Know"

Servicing Channel: Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC), offering 10 years of support. Windows Server 2025.26100.1742-OEMRET-x64FRE-en...

1. Check install.wim or install.esd using dism /Get-ImageInfo.
2. Verify hash against Microsoft-provided (if available) – otherwise treat as untrusted.
3. Run systeminfo after installation to confirm build 26100.1742.

• Improved Azure Arc support
• Enhanced cloud-based management and monitoring tools

: Testing NVMe storage arrays to see the 2025-specific speed optimizations. Security Hardening Title: "Get Ready for Windows Server 2025: What

New Features in Windows Server 2025

2.4 Management

• Windows Admin Center 2025 with rich PowerShell scripting environment.
• Server Core as default installation option (with optional Desktop Experience).
• Hotpatching for monthly security updates without reboots (requires Azure Edition or specific SKU).

4. Architecture: x64

, extending a capability previously limited to Azure-only editions. Seamless Management Check install