Do Windows clients need CALs when using Samba for Active Directory?
If Active Directory-compatible services are hosted on Samba rather than Windows Server, do Windows client machines or users still need Microsoft CALs to connect to and use those…
server licensing
Should I Upgrade My Servers or Stick with What I Have?
I'm thinking about replacing my old Dell servers that were bought back in 2018. They can only support Windows 2022 LTSC for my Hyper-V setup. To future-proof my…
Should I Stick with 2022 or Upgrade to 2025 for My Domain Controller?
I currently have two Domain Controllers (DCs): one running Server 2012 R2 and another on Server 2019. I just purchased licenses for Windows Server 2022, but I'm confused…
Navigating Microsoft Server Licensing for Office Hosting
Hey everyone! I'm working on setting up my office with 4 Microsoft servers to host applications and run about 100 virtual workstations. I've come across some confusion regarding…