Choose your preferred language and download the 64-bit Edition. Install and evaluate the features for up to 6 months. To help you get started safely, The for Server 2022? How to set up a Virtual Machine (VM) to test the ISO?
| Approach | Safety | Cost | Updateable | Legal | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 🚨 Critical Risk | Free | No | Illegal | | Official Evaluation (Rearmed) | ✅ Safe | Free (for 3 years) | Yes | Legal (Dev/Lab) | | VS Subscription ISO | ✅ Safe | Paid (annual) | Yes | Legal (Dev/Test) | | Volume License (VLSC) | ✅ Safe | Paid (per core) | Yes | Legal (Prod) |
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A pre-activated ISO is a type of installation media that has already been activated with a valid product key. This means that you don't need to enter a product key during installation, and the operating system is ready to use right out of the box.
: You can download the official ISO from the Microsoft Evaluation Center . It is fully functional and requires no key for the first 180 days.
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