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Discussions about CAL licensing on WindowsForum.com focus on Remote Desktop Services (RDS) in Windows Server environments, particularly Windows Server 2019 Essentials. Users seek to enable multiple concurrent Remote Desktop sessions beyond the default two, often encountering disconnection messages when attempting a third session. The tag covers topics such as CAL (Client Access License) requirements, user and device CALs, and configuration steps to increase concurrent RDP connections. Common themes include troubleshooting session limits, understanding licensing constraints for Essentials editions, and applying group policies or registry edits to allow more simultaneous users. The content is relevant for IT administrators managing remote access and licensing compliance.
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    Remote Desktop Service for connect two more concurrent Remote Desktop Sessions (multiple users) in Windows Server 2019 Essential

    I have Windows Server 2019 Essential. I knew this OS support 25 users/50 devices CALs. I have enabled Remote Desktop and User and Group Policy for multiple Remote Desktop sessions. There are working with two concurrent Remote desktop sessions (users). But If I try to connect third Remote Desktop...
    • jsk615
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    • cal licensing concurrent sessions connection issues desktop environment group policy it administration multi-user network settings policy rdp settings remote access remote desktop server management session limits troubleshooting user connections windows server windows server 2019
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Server Forums
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