Windows default apps on server such as Gamebar, photos, Xbox app

Trevor Monk 1 Reputation point
2020-11-03T11:32:08.647+00:00

As odd as this may sound, I use Server 2019 for my personal home rig. I game, work, manage etc. You name it. I love 2019 Server, but I wish to have the ability to install certain apps such as Microsoft Photos and game bar/Xbox Services. I know this outside of general Windows support because it is more on the enterprise releases. Is there a .reg edit I can do? I have managed to get the Microsoft store installed. Thanks! I use server for privacy, and security so this is big for me.

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  1. Joy Qiao 4,886 Reputation points Microsoft Employee
    2020-11-04T06:07:49.14+00:00

    Hi,

    Windows Server is not available to install Windows Photo, instead to use paint. Also not available to install xbox. As I know, there is no official measure to install them.

    I recommend to use Windows 10 2004 or 20H2, to experience those functions and other features.

    Bests,

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