SQL Server allows you to store data, but its licensing model seems designed to store confusion. In 2024, if you buy the wrong license type, you could overpay by tens of thousands of dollars – or worse, failing a compliance audit. This guide simplifies the two main licensing models for SQL Server 2022 Standard and…
SQL Server Runtime is a licensing option provided by Microsoft for organizations that want to use the Microsoft SQL Server database software for specific applications but don’t require full SQL Server licenses. The key difference between SQL Server Runtime and regular SQL Server licenses lies in the licensing model, features, and use cases. Here are…
No, you cannot activate Remote Desktop Services (RDS) User Client Access Licenses (CALs) for Windows Server on SQL Server. RDS CALs are used to enable remote access to Windows Server desktops and applications, allowing users to access them remotely. On the other hand, SQL Server is a database management system, and it does not utilize…
