Different and advantages each license's

Question

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?

Thanks

Answer 1

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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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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