Updated: April 8, 2025 (February 16, 2024)

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Per Core License Model Flowchart

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Rob Horwitz

Rob Horwitz analyzes and writes about Microsoft licensing programs and product licensing rules. He also trains organizations on best Microsoft... more

Explains how to calculate the number of core licenses required for SQL Server 2016/2017/2019/2022 Enterprise and Standard editions under the Per Core License Model.

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