What is Windows Server LTSC?
Which versions of Server OS offer LTSC?
How to download and install Windows Server 2022 LTSC or Windows Server 2019 LTSC?
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Server LTSC is mainly tailored for companies that prefer a new major version every 2-3 years.
The Long-Term Servicing Channel offers two installation options including Server Core and Server with Desktop Experience.
Server Core doesnt have GUI, requiring you to use some GUI tools to manage your server remotely.

To know the difference between these options, refer toMicrosofts document.
Windows Server LTSC Versions
What versions of Windows Server are LTSC?
According to Microsoft, Windows Server 2022 and Windows Server 2019 (version 1809) are the LTSC versions.

They both offer 2 editions Standard and Datacenter.
Windows Server LTSC Download
How can you get Windows Server 2022 LTSC or Windows Server 2019 LTSC?
Based on different versions, the download links are different.
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Then, clickISO IMAGEunderDOWNLOAD OPTIONSto start downloading.
Replace x with the drive letter of the virtual DVD drive and replaceinstall.wimwith your install file.
If it shows you 20348.xx or 17763.xx, it means you get the correct Server LTSC ISO.

you might go tothis linkand check the Windows Server LTSC release history.
How to Install LTSC?
Using ISO for a clean installation could erase your entire operating system including files saved to the C drive.
Thus, remember to back up these files beforehand.
Forfile backup, launch the professionalServer backup software MiniTool ShadowMaker that supports Windows Server 2022/2019/2016/2012, etc.
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Step 2: Download Rufus and launch it.
Step 3: Choose the download Windows Server LTSC ISO and Rufus will automatically configure some controls.
Step 4: ClickSTART > OKto create a bootable USB drive.
Step 2: Copy and paste the command Get-ComputerInfo | fl WindowsProductName,OSDisplayVersion, and pressEnter.