May Win 11 v Server
Executive Summary: Remote Access and Multi-User Software Deployment
As our business grows and adopts more remote and collaborative work practices, we are evaluating two options for providing secure, shared access to our business software.
Option 2: Windows Server 2025 + RDS (Remote Desktop Services)
- Software is installed once on the server, and all users access it via remote desktop
- Fully centralised environment: easy to manage, secure, and update
- Requires Windows Server licence + RDS CALs (one per user)
- Designed for true multi-user concurrent access, even from remote locations
- Best choice for:
- Tight version control
- Shared processing power
- Simplified support and backups
- Tight version control
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Recommendation
If each user has a strong PC and the application supports file-based multi-user access, continue with Windows 11 + file server.
If you need central control, simplified support, secure access from anywhere, or guaranteed multi-user concurrency, invest in Windows Server 2025 with RDS.