Updated: February 6, 2024 (February 6, 2024)

Azure Licensing

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DOM reports and resources for understanding and Azure licensing considerations, such as the Azure Hybrid Benefit, which allows customers to apply Windows Server and SQL Server licenses with Software Assurance (SA) to reduce the cost of using that software in Azure services.

Latest Rules

Use the DOM Licensing Reference Set wiki to review the latest rules and rights for Azure licensing.

Azure Licensing: One Phrase, Many Meanings

Feb. 13, 2023

Azure licensing is a multifaceted, complex process involving multiple roles within an organization, and understanding the steps can help clarify who needs to be involved when and how to research for more information.

Kit: Azure Hybrid Benefit

Feb. 6, 2024

A Software Assurance (SA) benefit specific to core licenses for Windows Server and SQL Server that waives certain Azure-related fees for comparable workloads hosted in Azure.

Navigating Azure Licensing Webinar

Nov. 25, 2020

In this Webinar, Wes Miller explains five key terms related to Azure

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