Windows 11 can work with several versions of Windows Server in a network environment. The most commonly supported servers are:
Windows Server 2025
Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2016
Windows 11 supports these server features:
Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
DNS Server
DHCP Server
Group Policy
File and Print Sharing
Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
Remote Desktop Services
Minimum recommendations for best compatibility:
Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, or Education edition
TPM 2.0 enabled
UEFI Secure Boot enabled
Important:
Windows 11 cannot be installed as a server operating system.
For domain environments, Windows Server 2022 or newer is recommended.
Official Microsoft information:
Microsoft Windows 11 Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server Documentation