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The enhanced agent-based migration stack designed for physical and VMware environments. The upgraded stack offers several significant benefits, such as:
- It enables the migration of newer Linux distributions to Azure, expanding the range of supported operating systems and ensuring that customers can leverage the latest advancements in Linux technology.
- It utilizes Windows Server 2019 (WS2019) for the replication appliance.
- It offers a unified OS support matrix and implies that customers can benefit from a consistent and streamlined approach to operating system support across their migration processes.
The upgraded agent-based migration stack provides customers with the tools and capabilities to efficiently migrate newer Linux distributions. It also allows them to utilize WS2019 for replication and benefit from a unified OS support matrix. These features enhance the overall migration process to Azure. Learn more
Key differences
The key differences between the Classic and Simplified experience:
| Aspect | Classic experience | Simplified experience |
|---|---|---|
| Upgrade and replacement | Existing version with traditional interface | Upgraded version offering a more streamlined and user-friendly interface. |
| Enhanced compatibility | Limited support for newer Linux distributions | Supports newer Linux distributions and uses Windows Server 2019 as the replication appliance. |
| Improved performance and reliability | Standard performance and reliability | Leveraging latest technologies for better performance and reliability in physical and VMware agent-based migrations. |
| Streamlined migration process | Traditional migration process | Provides a more seamless and efficient migration process, addressing multiple customer concerns. |
| Deprecation of classic experience | Active until March 2026, support ends the following quarter | NA |
Next steps
- Learn about the Classic experience.
- Learn about the Simplified experience.