Question 1

How do I install Redis on Windows without using WSL?

Accepted Answer

Download the pre-built binaries from the tporadowski/redis releases page, then run redis-server.exe directly. This avoids the need for Windows Subsystem for Linux, providing native execution.

Question 2

Is this Redis port production ready for Windows Server?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's designed as a stable, production-ready port with persistence and fixes from the Microsoft Open Tech version. However, being unofficial, it's best to test thoroughly in your environment.

Question 3

What's the difference between tporadowski redis and the old Microsoft Open Tech redis?

Accepted Answer

tporadowski's port updates and merges the archived Microsoft Open Tech version, adding fixes, Visual Studio 2019 support, and a custom memory allocator. It's more modern and actively maintained.

Question 4

How to build Redis from source on Windows with Visual Studio?

Accepted Answer

You need Visual Studio 2019 with C/C++ features, Windows SDK 10, and Git Bash/Cygwin to run the mkreleasehdr.sh script. Then open the project in VS and build it.

Question 5

Can I use Redis clusters with this Windows port?

Accepted Answer

No, this port is based on Redis 5.0.14, which supports clusters, but the Windows adaptation may have limitations or lack full cluster functionality compared to the Linux version.

Question 6

How does data persistence work in the Windows version of Redis?

Accepted Answer

It uses the same RDB and AOF persistence mechanisms as upstream Redis, with a custom memory allocator to manage child processes for saving data to disk on Windows.

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