Which operating systems are supported for MID server installation?

The selection of operating systems for MID server installation is crucial because the MID server acts as a communication bridge between ServiceNow and on-premises environments. The correct operating systems listed, which include Windows Server 2008, 2012, and 2016, are all stable versions that are designed to handle the demands of enterprise applications.

These Windows Server versions support enterprise-grade features and security measures, which ensure that the MID server can effectively and securely communicate with the ServiceNow instance. They also accommodate the resource requirements and performance expectations of the MID server activities such as discovery, integration, and data transformation.

The other options present operating systems that are either not designed for enterprise server usage or have specific limitations that make them less suitable as a host for a MID server. For example, Windows 10 and Linux Mint are desktop operating systems that are not intended for server applications, thereby lacking the necessary features and reliability required for continuous operations in a production environment. Similarly, Windows 7 and other desktop versions do not provide the stability and security required for such implementations. The reference to Red Hat and macOS also does not align with the officially supported environments, as the focus is primarily on the Windows server versions specified.

Focusing on the supported operating systems ensures that