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Although ESRI officially states that ArcGIS Enterprise runs on both Linux and Windows, the reality is that on Linux it operates through Wine, meaning there is no true native Linux version. As a result, most organizations choose to install it on Windows Server.

When it comes to the installation itself, be prepared for a highly involved process. ESRI typically schedules two full days with your company just for the installation and you will likely need every minute of it. The setup involves a long series of steps, many of which feel reminiscent of software deployment practices from the 90s.