Microsoft's Core CAL is a new
way for customers to conveniently manage Microsoft CALs (Client
Access Licenses) for the basic server components across the
enterprise. It replaces the BackOffice CAL in all Volume
Licensing offerings, and serves to qualify Enterprise Agreement
(EA) customers for the Platform discount just like the
BackOffice CAL. The Core CAL offers a convenient way to license
basic server components across all desktops within the firewall.
In addition, it reduces the overall complexity in managing CALs
for server software for IT professionals. The Core CAL includes
CALs (Client Access Licenses) for Windows Server, Exchange
Server, System Management Server, and SharePoint Portal Server.
Whether through an EA or any other volume licensing agreement,
customers buying the Core CAL will always buy Software Assurance
attached. This way, clients will be appropriately licensed
regardless of the software version deployed.
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