Azure Hybrid Benefit Description
The Azure Hybrid Benefit offers a valuable licensing opportunity that can greatly lower your cloud workload expenses. By allowing the use of your on-premises Windows Server and SQL Server licenses that have Software Assurance on Azure, this benefit streamlines your transition to the cloud. Furthermore, it now extends to include RedHat and SUSE Linux subscriptions as well. You can save as much as 85 percent compared to the typical pay-as-you-go pricing by utilizing your existing Windows Server and SQL Server licenses in Azure. To maximize savings, consider combining this benefit with reservation pricing and extended security updates for the best cost of ownership. Additionally, it’s possible to leverage current SQL Server licenses in platform as a service (PaaS) setups, further enhancing your flexibility. Overall, the Azure Hybrid Benefit is a strategic approach to cost reduction that empowers you to utilize your existing licensing investments effectively while transitioning to Azure.
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Pricing Starts At:
$2,135.25 per month
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Company:
Microsoft
Year Founded:
1975
Headquarters:
United States
Website:
azure.microsoft.com/en-us/pricing/hybrid-benefit/
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