2019 standard and essentials

[gary1burke]

I saw a link to a discussion about this on here but cannot find it now. I just want a few bullets to give my client to help them decide whether they should go with Essentials or Standard version of 2019 server. Thanks!

 

[Alabalcho]

I am afraid Microsoft took the decision instead of you - Essential role is being phased out (unfortunately).

What's New in Windows Server 2019 Essentials

Describes what's changed in Windows Server Essentials 2019

docs.microsoft.com

The Windows Server Essentials Experience Role has been removed from all server SKUs, including Windows Server 2019 Essentials. This means that the Administrative Dashboard that used to be the core feature for Essentials Experience Role is no longer accessible and all management and configuration must be completed manually.

With Server Essentials Experience Role deprecation, the following features are no longer available:

• Client backup
• Remote web access