Microsoft Windows Server 2025 - 5 Device RDS CALs Remote Desktop Services (RDS) is the platform of choice for building virtualization solutions for every end customer need, including delivering individual virtualized applications, providing secure mobile and remote desktop access, and providing end users the ability to run their applications and desktops from the cloud. License devices with 5 RDS Client Access Licenses (CALs), granting the devices the ability to remote into your Windows Server. A device RDS CAL allows a device to remote in and utilize server resources, such as file sharing, printing, and other network services. Important to note: A separate Windows Server license is required. This RDS CAL does not include the server operating system. RDS CALs provide remote access. A separate CAL is required for local access permissions. Each user or device that accesses a licensed Windows Server requires a Windows Server Client Access License (CAL) for local access. For a deeper understanding of CALs and pricing, please refer to our Windows Server CAL Guide. Key Windows Server 2025 Features: Hybrid: Adapt quickly across hybrid, cloud and on-premise. Easier to connect to Azure Arc to bridge on-premises and cloud-based servers. Deliver Azure capabilities to your on-premises servers. Security: Hardware and software-level security to deter cyberattacks; next-generation Active Directory that improves security and scalability. Enable a tailored security baseline and configure drift protection from the start. Modern, future-ready platform: Windows Server 2025 is now easier to upgrade and scale, with better-than-ever app compatibility. Windows Server 2025 desktop brings a consistent client and server UI experience, plus conveniences like WiFi and Bluetooth. Performance: Faster and easier networking and storage; live hotpatching for reduced downtime; GPU partitioning for inferencing at the edge. Improvements in flash-based storage make Windows Server an even better platform for SQL Server.
