With version 5.7.1, Apple officially completed a radical shift in philosophy. They moved several core services directly into the standard macOS (High Sierra and later), meaning you no longer needed the $20 "Server" app to run them.
The release of in October 2018 marked a major turning point—the "helpful story" of this version is effectively the story of how Apple simplified (or dismantled) its server ecosystem. The Great Migration macOS Server 5.7.1
: This service, which speeds up downloads of Apple software for multiple devices on a network, moved to System Preferences > Sharing . With version 5
Today, if you want to turn a Mac into a server, the "helpful" reality is that you likely already have the tools you need—like File Sharing and Content Caching—pre-installed in your standard macOS. The Great Migration : This service, which speeds