Server Operating System Market is predicted to reach USD 43.6 billion at a CAGR of 12.20% during the forecast period 2023-2032

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published on the “Global Server Operating System Market”.

The Server operating system market is estimated to register a CAGR of 12.20% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2032.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the global Server operating system market— Microsoft Corporation (U.S.), Red Hat, Inc. (IBM Corporation) (U.S.), Google LLC (U.S.), Amazon Web Services, Inc. (U.S.), Fujitsu Ltd. (Japan), NEC Corporation (Japan), Apple Inc. (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (U.S.), Dell Technologies Inc. (U.S.), Canonical Ltd. (U.K.) and others

Market Highlights

The global server operating system market is accounted to register a CAGR of 12.20% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 43.6 Billion by 2032.

The server operating system market is driven by the rising demand for efficient data management and processing capabilities in enterprises. The increasing adoption of cloud computing and virtualization technologies, along with the growth of data-intensive applications, fuels the demand for server operating systems. Moreover, the need for enhanced security, scalability, and reliability in server environments contributes to the market's growth.

Segment Analysis

The global server operating system market has been segmented based operating system, virtualization status, subscription model and enterprise type.

On the basis of operating system, the market is segmented into windows, linux, UNIX & others. The linux segment dominated the market in 2022. There is a high demand for the product because of its advantages, which include open source, affordability, greater performance, interoperability, and security.

Based on virtualization status, the global server operating system market has been segmented into virtualization status, includes virtual machine, physical & virtualized. The virtual machine segment dominated the market in 2022. Business organizations utilize virtual machine software to benefit from virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). VDI deployments enable users to remotely access desktop environments like Windows or open-source operating systems like Linux.

Based on subscription model, the global server operating system market has been segmented into non-paid subscription & paid subscription. The paid Subscription segment dominated the market in 2022. It offers clients incredibly safe and efficient performance. Paid memberships provide a variety of services, including maintenance, upgrades, technical support, and many others. Due to the growing cyber dangers, companies are willing to utilize the paid subscription model.

Based on enterprise type, the global server operating system market has been segmented into large enterprise & small & medium enterprises. The large enterprise segment dominated the market in 2022. due to the increase in cloud platform usage. The rising need for security, stability, and volume is expected to stimulate investment in server operating systems.

Regional Analysis

The global Server operating system market, based on region, has been divided into the North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World. North America consists of US and Canada. The Europe Server operating system market comprises of Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, and the rest of Europe. The Server operating system market in Asia-Pacific has been segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. The Rest of the World Server operating system market comprises of Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

The North America server operating system Market dominated this market in 2022 (45.80 %). due to the fast expansion of internet applications and the increased demand for server operating systems. A server operating system controls a number of Al-related programs, such as server administration, storage management, and others. Additionally, it is anticipated that regional government activities would foster market expansion.

Moreover, the second-largest market share is held by the server operating system market in Europe. Due to an increase in overall ICT spending across Europe, there is a greater requirement for server operating systems to assist businesses in their digital transformation of their operations. According to Forrester's Data Center Map, there are more than 139 colocation data centers spread over 16 distinct Middle Eastern countries. As the number of colocation data centers grows, the industry's top rivals should have plenty of opportunity.

Additionally, from 2023 to 2032, the Asia-Pacific server operating system market is anticipated to experience the quickest CAGR growth. The industry will be propelled by an increase in data centers and investments from large Asian-Pacific enterprises. With 160 and 87 colocation data centers, respectively, India and China have the most of these facilities. As the usage of digital technology increases in countries like India, China, Japan, and other places, key market players may have a lot of opportunity. Computer hardware in colocation data centers runs server-based operating systems. It is therefore predicted that this will encourage market expansion in these countries.

Furthermore, the rest of the world's server operating system market is divided into the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. The server operating system market in Latin America is driven by the region's growing digital transformation and IT infrastructure development. The adoption of cloud computing, data centers, and enterprise-level server solutions fuels the demand for server operating systems. Latin American businesses' increasing reliance on data management, security, and scalability drives the market growth, as companies seek efficient server operating systems to support their operations.

Key Findings of the Study

• The global server operating system market is expected to reach USD 43.6 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 12.20% during the forecast period.


• The Asia-Pacific region accounted for the fastest-growing global market. The market will be driven by the rising number of data centers and a surge in investments from major companies in Asia Pacific.


• Based on enterprise type, the large enterprise segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2022.


• Microsoft Corporation (U.S.), Red Hat, Inc. (IBM Corporation) (U.S.), Google LLC (U.S.), Amazon Web Services, Inc. (U.S.), Fujitsu Ltd. (Japan), NEC Corporation (Japan), Apple Inc. (U.S.), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (U.S.), Dell Technologies Inc. (U.S.), Canonical Ltd. (U.K.) and others