If you are an IT consultant outfitting a 15-person law firm, or a small business owner replacing an old server closet, you are looking at two options: Windows Server 2022 Standard and Windows Server 2022 Essentials. On paper, Essentials looks like a massive bargain. It is less than half the price of Standard, and it…
If you are setting up a Terminal Server or a VDI environment on Windows Server 2022, you already know you need a Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CAL. But when you go to your software vendor, they hit you with another question: “Do you want the Device version or the User version?” Choosing the wrong one…
The single most common question we get about Windows Server isn’t about features—it’s about math. “I bought a 16-Core Standard license. How many Virtual Machines (VMs) can I spin up before Microsoft asks for more money?” This guide breaks down the virtualization rules for Windows Server 2022, whether you are running Hyper-V, VMware, or Nutanix.…
If you are an IT administrator, you have likely stared at a Microsoft licensing quote and asked: “Why do I need two different types of CALs for the same user?” You are not alone. The distinction between a Windows Server User CAL and a Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CAL is the single most common source…
Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is a powerful feature in Windows Server that enables users to access applications and desktops remotely. It provides a platform for delivering virtualized applications and desktops to users over a network connection, facilitating remote access and collaboration. In this article, we will delve into the key components, functionalities, and benefits of…
Installing Remote Desktop Services Client Access Licenses (RDS CALs) on Windows Server 2022 involves several steps. RDS CALs are licenses that allow users or devices to connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host (RDSH) server. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install RDS CALs on Windows Server 2022. Note: Before you begin, make sure…
Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs (Client Access Licenses) and regular CALs (Client Access Licenses) for Windows Server are two different types of licenses that allow users or devices to access and use Microsoft Windows Server features and services. They serve distinct purposes and are used in different scenarios. Here’s how they differ: 1. RDS CAL…
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…
Yes, it can be difficult to understand Microsoft licensing sometimes, it can be confusing. But don’t fret, this article will definitely clear things out. When it comes to licensing Windows Server, one of the key components that businesses need to be aware of are Client Access Licenses (CALs). CALs are required for each user or…
Microsoft recently released its new flagship Windows Server operating system – Windows Server 2022. It contains the latest and most significant features available to Microsoft customers for running their business-critical workloads. Many of the new features and capabilities in Windows Server 2022 enable customers to take security and hybrid cloud capabilities to the next level.…
