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For people who get confused when it comes to licenses and Microsoft SPLA license inventory and want nothing more than  to understand which category requires Microsoft licenses, the feelings are mutual. Here in this post, we will go through the categories which need Microsoft licensing one by one. 5 categories need Microsoft licensing to operate them. These categories include-   Desktop application Two license types of Microsoft office are more famous than others, especially among people who do not like to use open source. Those two types of desktop applications are desktop application licenses and user subscription licenses. Operating system license Any time you buy a new laptop or computer you will find that they come with pre-installed Microsoft windows. And although it is pre-installed in the end-user hardware there are many organisations out there that buy more licenses to increase the functionality of their device. Operating server for Microsoft software If you are wor...

SPLA license management has always been a tricky task for most people and it is not that strange given the complicated system of SPLA reporting. But unfortunately, there's no escaping this task. Because every organization has to optimize the software carefully. It is important to follow the terms and licensing agreements to avoid problems and confusion in case of a surprise audit. And to effectively manage the software, licenses, and expenses you will need a helping hand. There are many tools out there that help to plan, inspect, implement and manage the software that your organization purchases. They also help to figure out which ones of them are actually getting used, which ones are only used occasionally, and which ones are completely useless. Why go through all these troubles? Doing the above-mentioned thing is important because you cannot afford to slack off on the reporting part. All the purchases, their uses, and every other aspect need to be presented to the authorities du...