EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 39 MIN
Navigating SQL Server Licensing and Windows Server Strategies
from Demystifying Microsoft · host Sourcepass Center of Excellence for Microsoft
As Microsoft moves away from legacy Open License programs toward the Cloud Service Provider (CSP) model, IT leaders must understand how to optimize their spend. This episode talks about the transition to subscription-based licensing, the financial impact of Azure Hybrid Use Benefit, and how tools like Azure Arc and Azure Local provide flexibility for on-premises and hybrid environments. Join hosts Nathan Taylor and Lindsay Cowan from Sourcepass MCOE as they untangle the complexities of Windows Server and SQL Server licensing.
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As Microsoft moves away from legacy Open License programs toward the Cloud Service Provider (CSP) model, IT leaders must understand how to optimize their spend. This episode talks about the transition to subscription-based licensing, the financial impact of Azure Hybrid Use Benefit, and how tools like Azure Arc and Azure Local provide flexibility for on-premises and hybrid environments. Join hosts Nathan Taylor and Lindsay Cowan from Sourcepass MCOE as they untangle the complexities of Windows Server and SQL Server licensing.
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