Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Unleashed
by Ray Rankins, Paul Bertucci, Chris Gallelli, Alex T. Silverstein
SQL Server Licensing
In addition to feature sets, one of the determining factors in choosing a SQL Server edition is cost. There are two primary methods for licensing SQL Server: Server/Client Access License (CAL)-based licensing and Core-based Licensing.
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This section is intended to provide just an overview of SQL Server licensing options. In some environments, properly licensing SQL Server can be a complicated task. For more details and specifics on how to properly license your SQL Server environments, refer to the SQL Server 2014 Licensing Guide available at www.microsoft.com/sql.
Core-based license includes unlimited client device access. Additional server licenses, seat licenses, and Internet connector licenses are not required. ...
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