The Network File System Server on Windows Server 2016 is a server application that enables users to mount remote directories on their respective servers. The NFS protocol is one of several distributed file system standards for network-attached storage . With NFS Server, administrators can mount full or partial file systems on the server, making them accessible to clients with assigned permissions, which can be either read-only or read-write. Requests between the server and clients are routed through Remote Procedure Calls . This solution facilitates file transfers between computers running Windows and other non-Windows operating systems, such as Linux or UNIX. The NFS Server is installed on top of Windows Server 2016 and has been tested by engineers, proving its operability on the AWS Cloud. Key Features and Functionality: - Multi-Protocol Access: Provides access to the same file share over both SMB and NFS protocols from multi-platform clients. - Cross-Platform Compatibility: Allows both Windows and non-Windows client computers, such as those running Linux or UNIX, to access NFS file shares. - Comprehensive Management: Offers a user interface console for managing SMB and NFS shares, quotas, file screens, and classification, in addition to managing clustered file servers. Primary Value and User Solutions: The NFS Server on Windows Server 2016 addresses the need for seamless file sharing in heterogeneous IT environments. By supporting both SMB and NFS protocols, it ensures that organizations can facilitate efficient and secure file transfers between Windows and non-Windows systems. This interoperability is crucial for businesses operating diverse platforms, enabling them to maintain productivity and streamline operations without compatibility concerns. Additionally, the solution's integration with AWS Cloud offers scalability and flexibility, allowing enterprises to adapt to changing storage needs while maintaining high performance and reliability.