Different and advantages each license's

Afri 0 Reputation points
2024-11-20T06:46:32.0866667+00:00

Hi Microsoft.

I have a company, what licence is recommended to me? And what are the Differences and advantages of each of the ggwa pro, OEM, Enterprise and LTSC licences in volume licensing if I use them?

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  1. Daisy Zhou 25,681 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-11-21T07:32:09.61+00:00

    Hello Afri,

    Thank you for posting in Q&A forum.
    Here is the answer for your reference.

    1.GGWA (Get Genuine Windows Agreement) Pro

    • Purpose: Legalizes Windows software on existing PCs that are not properly licensed.

    • Advantages:

    • Provides a legal way to license Windows on existing devices.

    • Includes downgrade rights.

    • Best For: Companies needing to legalize Windows on multiple existing devices.

    1. OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)

    • Purpose: Pre-installed on new PCs by the manufacturer.

    • Advantages:

    • Cost-effective for new devices.

    • Comes with the hardware, ensuring compatibility.

    • Limitations:

    • Tied to the original hardware and cannot be transferred to another device.

    • Limited downgrade rights.

    • Best For: New devices where the software is pre-installed by the manufacturer.

    1. Enterprise

    • Purpose: Provides advanced features and management capabilities for large organizations.

    • Advantages:

    • Includes features like DirectAccess, AppLocker, and Windows To Go.

    • Offers extensive management and deployment tools.

    • Flexible licensing options with Software Assurance.

    • Best For: Large organizations needing advanced security, management, and deployment features.

    1. LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel)

    • Purpose: Designed for specialized devices that require long-term stability and minimal updates.

    • Advantages:

    • Receives security updates without feature updates for up to 10 years.

    • Ideal for mission-critical systems where stability is paramount.

    • Limitations:

    • Does not receive new features or enhancements.

    • Best For: Specialized devices like medical systems, ATMs, and industrial control systems.

    Recommendations

    • Small to Medium Businesses: OEM licenses for new devices and GGWA Pro for legalizing existing devices.

    • Large Enterprises: Enterprise licenses for comprehensive management and security features.

    • Specialized Use Cases: LTSC for devices requiring long-term stability without frequent updates.

    Reference:

    Windows commercial licensing overview | Microsoft Learn

    Home | Microsoft Licensing Resources

    I hope the information above is helpful.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let us know.

    Best Regards,

    Daisy Zhou

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