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Benefits of Server Core

The following table lists the benefits of Server Core.

Benefit Description
Reduced servicing Because Server Core installs only what is required for a manageable DHCP, File, DNS, Media Services, and Active Directory server, less servicing is required.
Reduced management Because less is installed on a Server Core-based server, less management is required.
Reduced attack surface Because there is less running on the server, there is less attack surface.
Less disk space required Installation requires about 2.5GB for X64 and 1.5GB for X86.