About Course

This course provides a thorough understanding of Microsoft’s licensing structures, agreements, and compliance requirements. It equips professionals with the skills to manage Microsoft licenses effectively, optimize costs, and navigate audit scenarios with confidence.

Fundamentals of Microsoft licensing models, including Perpetual, Subscription, and Cloud-based licenses.
In-depth knowledge of key agreements like Enterprise Agreement (EA), CSP, and MPSA.
Understanding Microsoft products like Office 365, Azure, Windows Server, and SQL Server.
How to manage Microsoft licenses using tools like the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC).
Strategies for ensuring compliance and preparing for audits.
Cost-saving techniques in license procurement and management.

Course Content

Fundamentals of Microsoft Licensing

License Types: Per User, Per Device, Per Core
Microsoft Agreements: EA, CSP, MPSA, SPLA
Common Pitfalls in Licensing

Endpoints & Windows OS

Windows Server

SQL Server

RDS, Product Servers & CAL Suites

Microsoft 365 Optimization

Azure Licensing & Cost Optimization

Microsoft Licensing Statement (MLS)

Entitlement Licensing Reports
Creating & Analyzing Licensing Reports Tools like SCCM, RVTools for SAM Optimizing License Utilization

Audit & Advisory Practices

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About Course

This course provides a thorough understanding of Microsoft’s licensing structures, agreements, and compliance requirements. It equips professionals with the skills to manage Microsoft licenses effectively, optimize costs, and navigate audit scenarios with confidence.

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

Fundamentals of Microsoft Licensing

License Types: Per User, Per Device, Per Core

Microsoft Agreements: EA, CSP, MPSA, SPLA

Common Pitfalls in Licensing

Endpoints & Windows OS

Office, Visio, Project licensing models

MSDN Platform & Visual Studio

Windows 10/11 & VDI Licensing

Windows Server

Physical vs. Virtual Licensing

Windows Server in Virtual Environments

Common Licensing

SQL Server

Per Core vs. Server + CAL Model

SQL in Virtualized Environments

Cloud SQL Licensing & Hybrid Benefit

RDS, Product Servers & CAL Suites

RDS User vs. Device CAL

SharePoint, Exchange, System Center Licensing

Core CAL & Enterprise CAL

Microsoft 365 Optimization

Microsoft 365 Plans & Licensing

EMS, Intune, Windows 365 Licensing

License Re-harvesting & Cost Savings

Azure Licensing & Cost Optimization

Azure Hybrid Benefit & Savings Plans

Right-Sizing & Auto-Scaling Strategies

Optimizing Azure Virtual Machines

Microsoft Licensing Statement (MLS)

Understanding MLS

Renewal Process

True Cost Optimization

Entitlement Licensing Reports Creating & Analyzing Licensing Reports Tools like SCCM, RVTools for SAM Optimizing License Utilization

Audit & Advisory Practices

Microsoft Audit Process & Defense Strategies

Best Practices for Compliance & SAM

Final Q&A

Student Ratings & Reviews

Company

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Entitlement Licensing Reports
Creating & Analyzing Licensing Reports Tools like SCCM, RVTools for SAM Optimizing License Utilization