Does the server app need to stay open?

Probably a dumb question, but do I need to keep the Server.app running at all times?
Our server is a Mac Mini that doubles as a workstation.  Do I only need the Server app to set up/ start/ manage services, or does it need to be open all the time?

Server.app is "just" the GUI interface to the services.  You can start or stop Server.app as and when needed.  The services themselves won't be effected.

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