May Win 11 Seats x 5

Comparison: Windows 11 Per-Seat + File Server vs. Windows Server 2025 with RDS

System Comparison Table

Aspect

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————————————– | | You need 5 independent users, each on their own PC, and the app works well over a file server | Stick with Windows 11 + per-seat licences | | You want to centralise control, simplify support, improve audit/security, or support larger teams | Move to Windows Server 2025 + RDS | | You want seamless remote access for everyone | Windows Server 2025 + Tailscale | | Your app struggles with file conflicts or shared file access | Windows Server 2025 (single install) |

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