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SmartOS vs Windows Server 2012

A side-by-side look at SmartOS and Windows Server 2012. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

SmartOS

SmartOS

Os & Utilities

SmartOS is an open-source operating system designed for cloud computing environments. It is built on top of the Illumos kernel, a derivative of Solaris, and enhances security, virtualization, storage, and networking features.

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Windows Server 2012

Windows Server 2012

Network & Admin

Windows Server 2012 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2012. It includes features for virtualization, storage, networking, security, and cloud computing. It aims to provide an efficient and flexible platform for running business applications and services.

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