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Microsoft’s latest licensing snafu for Microsoft 365 Family subscribers has stirred up plenty of chatter on both support forums and social media. Numerous users, ranging from home users to small business professionals, suddenly encountered error messages proclaiming “Your subscription expired”...

Microsoft’s revised licensing and pricing strategy for on-premises server products is set to shake up IT budgets and deployment strategies come July 2025. This comprehensive update marks a turning point in how organizations approach on-premises infrastructure, providing continuous updates via a...

I'm considering replacing my 10-year old Windows Server 2012 Essentials R2 platform with a new server - hardware and OS. This is for home use only. Since I'm building the machine myself, I'm looking to purchase a Windows Server 2022 Essentials license - I haven't found a source for this and...

Chip Chip Chin Chin When undertaking and in place upgrade from Server 2019 to Server 2022 it only allow s to keep nothing and undertake a fresh install. is there any prerequisites or is this feature not avlaible even though the documentation insinuates it can be undertaken. When ever i try it...

SQL Server 2019 Web Edition is making waves among web application developers and IT decision-makers looking for a robust, scalable, and cost-effective relational database solution. As businesses continue to rely on data-driven insights, this edition of Microsoft SQL Server steps up to offer a...

Microsoft Fires Back at UK Regulator Over Cloud Licensing Costs In a dramatic salvo aimed at the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Microsoft has lashed out against the notion of regulating how it licenses its software to cloud giants like AWS and Google Cloud. The dispute centers on...

Cloud Clash: Microsoft's Licensing Tussle and the Surge in Cloud Navigation Services The cloud computing arena is buzzing with twin stories: one of regulatory drama over Windows Server licensing practices and another highlighting robust market growth in cloud navigation services. Both...

The European cloud ecosystem is buzzing with activity as the CISPE Association of European Cloud Providers released its first-ever competition barometer. In a detailed report, the Cloud Infrastructure Service Providers in Europe (CISPE) laid out the performance of key industry players, shining a...

Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as we unravel the latest episode in the tech world’s ongoing soap opera—Microsoft, the giant in the realm of operating systems and cloud services, finds itself under the microscope once again. This time, it’s not about software bugs or system updates, but...

For installing newer version of Windows server, does the volume license server have to be at the latest version for the other servers to get licensed?

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to have a turbo-charged database engine at your disposal, seamlessly handling both Big Data and traditional relational databases? Brace yourselves, Windows warriors, because today we’re talking about Microsoft SQL Server 2019 running on Windows Server...

Hi All, I like to get an idea on the costs of using Hyper-V on an Intel Xeon 5317 Prozessor, 12C/24T. I plan to run 2 VMs on the machine. Based on my current understanding, the hypervisor is for free. But the GUI requires a license which runs around $1.4k. Thanks in advance, --Roman

In a significant development that may reshape the competitive landscape of cloud computing, Microsoft is now the subject of legal scrutiny in the United Kingdom. The tech giant has found itself embroiled in a lawsuit that accuses it of employing anti-competitive licensing practices, which...

Microsoft, the software behemoth synonymous with your favorite productivity suite, Windows OS, and the Azure cloud platform, has found itself in legal hot water in the UK. The tech giant may soon be writing a hefty check if a newly announced class-action lawsuit proves successful. Spearheaded by...

In a significant legal development, Microsoft is facing a lawsuit in the United Kingdom that may shake up the cloud computing landscape. The lawsuit, spearheaded by competition lawyer Maria Luisa Stasi, alleges that Microsoft has set higher licensing fees for businesses utilizing its Windows...

In a development that could reshape the cloud computing landscape, Microsoft is embroiled in legal battles in the UK over its licensing practices, a situation poised to impact thousands of businesses utilizing services from competitors such as Amazon, Google, and Alibaba. Legal claims allege...

In a significant move that could reshape the cloud computing landscape, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is gearing up to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business for potential anti-competitive practices. This investigation falls within a broader context of scrutiny aimed at major tech...

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), renowned for its staunch stance on regulating dominant market players, is reportedly gearing up to announce a range of "behavioral" remedies targeting the cloud infrastructure sector. The tech community is abuzz with speculation that these...

In an age where cloud computing is no longer just a trend but a necessity, Microsoft is changing the game for SQL Server users with its innovative Azure Arc feature. Launched recently, this initiative offers a fresh perspective on SQL Server licensing, making it more accessible and...

I need some help for a Windows 11 Pro installation. I recently purchased a new Windows 11 Pro HP laptop. I also have a Windows 11 Home PC that's several years old. Can I install Windows 11 Pro onto my PC using my Windows 11 Pro key from my laptop, or am I obligated to purchase a new Pro key...