Tag Archives: licensing

SQL Server Licensing is Simple

Posted on December 3, 2025 by way0utwest

Over the years I’ve had no shortage of licensing questions for SQL Server. At times it’s felt a little crazy. Look at the licensing guide. Choose EE or SE and the number of cores. Then check if you’re using VMs. … Continue reading →

Posted in Editorial | Tagged | 3 Comments

New Cloud Licensing Limits

Posted on September 3, 2022 by way0utwest

Licensing is always a complex discussion with SQL Server. Depending on the way you run it, the edition, the version, whether you’ve purchased Software Assurance, and more, you might struggle to ensure you are in compliance with Microsoft’s terms. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog | Tagged , , | Comments Off on New Cloud Licensing Limits

Renting Features

Posted on July 14, 2020 by way0utwest

The licensing, use, and ownership of software has been quite a contested topic for years. Many people have assumed they “own” the copy of Quicken or Halo that they bought, but modifying or even reselling the bits has been a … Continue reading →

Posted in Editorial | Tagged , | Comments Off on Renting Features

Licensing Audit Advice

Posted on June 3, 2020 by way0utwest

I’ve never been through  a licensing audit at work, but I have been worried about them a few times in my career. A few bosses have warned me about them possibly coming. While I’ve tried to ensure that the organizations … Continue reading →

Posted in Editorial | Tagged | Comments Off on Licensing Audit Advice