Is it true that Terraform can run on both Windows and Linux without requiring a specific Server version?

Terraform is designed to be a platform-agnostic infrastructure as code tool, which means it can run on various operating systems, including both Windows and Linux. The important aspect is that Terraform does not require a specific server version to operate on either of these platforms; it only needs to meet the prerequisites of having an appropriate operating system and sufficient permissions to execute commands.

The misconception might stem from the idea that certain applications require specific server versions or editions (like server vs. non-server versions of Windows). However, Terraform does not impose such limitations. It simply requires a compatible installation of the operating system along with some related dependencies.

The assertion that Terraform can run on both Windows and Linux without any specific server version is indeed incorrect based on the understanding of how Terraform is structured and how it operates across different platforms. Terraform's flexibility to operate across multiple environments without strict server version requirements demonstrates its robustness as an infrastructure automation tool.