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 How is User defined in SQL 2005 User CAL license?

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pvandermn
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8 Posts

Posted - 2008-07-08 : 13:53:37
I have read all about Processor vs. Server Plus User CALs Licensing Model, and I know MS recommends the Processor model for public web sites, but what exactly is considered a "User" for licensing purposes? Our web application essentially uses one login to access the database, even though many different users are accessing the application, with their logins handled logically by the application. I'd like to get by without the expense of the Processor license. So is the "User", the SQL Server user, a Windows user, an IP address, or what? Any help is much appreciated, so thank you in advance.

maninder
Posting Yak Master

100 Posts

Posted - 2008-07-08 : 14:34:51
If you're using SQL Server as a backend a Web application, you probably don't have any choice, but to Buy Processor License.
Or if you ever want to buy CAL for every user or computer that hits your Web site.
http://www.microsoft.com/licensing/mla/default.aspx


Maninder
SQL server Architect / Admin (DEV&PROD)
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