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Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators

Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators

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Microsoft Licensing Fundamentals for IT Administrators Course Curriculum



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed for IT Administrators to understand the fundamentals of Microsoft Licensing. Upon completion, participants will receive a Certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the Microsoft Licensing models and options
  • Learn how to navigate the Microsoft Licensing landscape
  • Understand the different types of Microsoft Licenses and their uses
  • Learn how to manage and optimize Microsoft Licensing costs
  • Understand the compliance requirements for Microsoft Licensing


Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Licensing

  • Overview of Microsoft Licensing
  • History of Microsoft Licensing
  • Importance of Microsoft Licensing for IT Administrators
  • Common Microsoft Licensing challenges

Module 2: Microsoft Licensing Models

  • Perpetual Licensing
  • Subscription-based Licensing
  • Cloud Licensing
  • Hybrid Licensing

Module 3: Microsoft Licensing Options

  • Volume Licensing
  • Open Licensing
  • Enterprise Agreement
  • Microsoft Products and Services Agreement (MPSA)

Module 4: Understanding Microsoft Licensing Terminology

  • License terminology
  • Key concepts: License, Activation, and Entitlement
  • Understanding License agreements

Module 5: Microsoft Licensing for On-Premises Deployments

  • Licensing for Windows Server
  • Licensing for SQL Server
  • Licensing for Office and other Microsoft products

Module 6: Microsoft Licensing for Cloud Deployments

  • Licensing for Azure
  • Licensing for Microsoft 365
  • Licensing for Dynamics 365

Module 7: Microsoft Licensing for Hybrid Deployments

  • Licensing for hybrid environments
  • Understanding Azure Hybrid Benefit
  • Licensing for hybrid scenarios

Module 8: Managing and Optimizing Microsoft Licensing Costs

  • Understanding License costs
  • Optimizing License costs
  • Best practices for License management

Module 9: Compliance and Auditing for Microsoft Licensing

  • Understanding compliance requirements
  • Auditing and reporting for Microsoft Licensing
  • Tools for License compliance and auditing

Module 10: Microsoft Licensing Case Studies

  • Real-world examples of Microsoft Licensing
  • Case studies of successful License management
  • Lessons learned from Microsoft Licensing implementations


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging content
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of Microsoft Licensing
  • Personalized learning experience with flexible pacing
  • Practical and real-world applications of Microsoft Licensing concepts
  • High-quality content developed by expert instructors
  • Certificate upon completion issued by The Art of Service
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Mobile-accessible and user-friendly design
  • Community-driven discussion forums
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons for easy learning
  • Gamification and progress tracking


Who Should Take This Course

  • IT Administrators
  • IT Managers
  • Procurement professionals
  • Anyone responsible for managing Microsoft Licensing
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