Used Microsoft Windows Server 2022 licences + CAL
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Used licenses for Microsoft Windows Server 2022 cheap and legal from Soft & Cloud
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 is the latest version of Microsoft's modern server operating system. The software is based on Windows 10 and builds on Windows Server 2019, the fastest Windows Server Microsoft has ever released. Microsoft Windows Server 2022 enables companies of all sizes to pool their IT resources and virtualize hardware, processes and applications.
Features of Windows Server 2022 at a glance
The most important function of Windows Server 2022 (as well as the previous versions) is the Active Directory (AD) directory service. This directory service enables the management of user data, the automation of distributed resources and collaboration with other directories that are integrated as cloud services, for example. The server operating system can be used to provide IT services centrally in the network, both locally and via the cloud.
Administration and setup are made easier by the familiar graphical user interface, which integrates seamlessly with other applications (e.g. Microsoft Office for Windows Server 2022). In the latest version, hotpatch is one of the options for installing security updates without restarting the server and easily migrating Windows Server workloads to Azure while retaining the local IP addresses. IT employees can also securely access files in the company network when working remotely, even without a VPN.
What is the difference between a used Microsoft Server 2022 license and buying a new license?
After downloading Microsoft Windows Server 2022, you can evaluate the software free of charge for 180 days. To legally use the Microsoft Windows Server 2022 ISO file permanently after installation, you must license the software. However, you are not obliged to purchase the necessary licenses directly from Microsoft. Instead, you can also buy used original licenses. The only difference here is the price you have to pay for a license - whether for the server or for Client Access Licenses.
At Soft & Cloud you will find a large selection of used original licenses for various Microsoft products, including Windows Server 2022. We obtain our licenses exclusively from reliable and trustworthy sources. Very often they come from companies that are selling their no longer needed licenses due to internal restructuring, insolvency or other changes. Each of these licenses is absolutely legal and is transferred in an audit-proof and legally secure process certified by TÜVIT. This means you can save up to 70 % compared to Microsoft prices without having to accept any restrictions.
Windows Server 2022 in comparison
Microsoft offers its current server operating system in three different versions:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Essentials
- Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard
- Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Datacenter
Essentials is ideal for small companies that have basic IT requirements and either only have a small IT department or none at all. The installation can be carried out either once physically or once virtually. However, the server in this version is limited to a maximum of one CPU and a maximum of 10 cores. No Client Access Licenses (CALs) are required for use, although Microsoft defines a limit of 25 users or 50 devices.
Windows Server Standard is aimed at companies of all sizes that require extended features but only virtualize their IT to a limited extent. Two virtual operating system environments can be operated with one server license for Windows Server 2022 Standard - provided that all physical cores of the server are licensed. There is no longer a CPU limit with this version, but CALs are required for all users or devices accessing the server.
The most comprehensive version of Windows Server 2022 Datacenter is suitable for companies that place high demands on IT workloads and work with a large number of virtual systems. It enables an unlimited number of virtualizations and also places no limit on the CPU cores. However, as with the standard edition, these must be licensed via core licenses. Users and devices that access Windows Server 2022 Datacenter must also be licensed with CALs.
If users or devices access the Windows servers via Remote Desktop Service, additional RDS User or RDS Device CALs are required. All licenses (server, CALs, RDS CALs) can be purchased cheaply and legally from Soft & Cloud in any required quantity.
Buy used Windows Server 2022 and evaluate it free of charge beforehand
You can download Windows Server 2022 free of charge from the Microsoft website. Simply use the Microsoft Evaluation Center to test Windows Server 2022 in your company free of charge for up to 180 days and find out whether it is worth upgrading to the latest version of the operating system for your company.
Frequently asked questions and answers
How much does Windows Server 2022 cost?
The cost of licensing Windows Server 2022 depends on the edition used (Essentials, Standard or Datacenter). Other factors include the number of CPU cores of the server hardware on which the software is installed and the number of users or devices accessing the server. However, the costs can be reduced by up to 70% by using used licenses - without any disadvantages or restrictions in terms of performance, security or update authorizations.
What can Windows Server 2022 do?
Windows Server 2022 provides file services, DNS and DHCP, print services and other services and enables the virtualization of IT infrastructures in the company network. The server operating system can be used locally (on-premise) or cloud-based and the latest version offers, among other things, the option to install security updates with hot patches without rebooting.
Is it legal to buy a used Windows Server 2022 license?
Of course, the purchase of used licenses is legal, provided that the software was delicensed by the previous owner before the sale in accordance with the legal requirements. Used licenses from Soft & Cloud are 100% legal and are recognized by Microsoft in every audit without any problems.
How is Windows Server 2022 licensed?
The licensing of Windows Server 2022 is core-based. In addition, Client Access Licenses (CALs) are required for devices or users accessing the server. If devices or users are also to access the Windows Server via the Remote Desktop Service, User or Device RDS CALs are also required.
When is the next Windows Server coming?
Microsoft has announced the next Long-Term Servicing Channel release, Windows Server 2025, which is expected to be released in September 2024. Once again, there will be three editions: Essentials, Standard and Datacenter.
