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What features are in which version of Windows 7?
I’m sure this list is out on the web somewhere, but just in case you’ve not seen it in this easy-to-read format before, below is my list of the features of each version of Windows 7. I think this will help you to work out which one is right for your school: Read More...
Microsoft licensing for schools – a new option appears from the crowd
A year ago we started conversations with OGC and Becta to refresh our licensing schemes, with a goal of adding in some more flexibility for individual customers, and responding to changes in the way that all public sector organisations use ICT. With OGC Read More...
UK Pilot of new Microsoft licensing scheme for schools
We’ve introduced a new licensing scheme pilot for UK schools this morning, which introduces more flexibility, and potentially some cost savings for some of you. Here’s the summary of it: Subscription Enrolment for Schools The agreement option sits between Read More...
Why is buying a licence so complicated
I don’t think I’m letting out any secrets when I say that it can be complicated to buy software – there are so many different licensing schemes from so many different suppliers. And so it can sometimes be easy to get tripped up by the process. I know Read More...
Making sure you buy the right version of Windows
With the news this week on Information Security guidelines for schools – and the obvious need for encryption on teachers’ laptops from now on, I think it would be timely to remind you how to ensure that you buy the right licences for Windows Vista – so Read More...
Becta – pouring oil on troubled water
It’s been nice to see some thawing in the relationship between Becta and Microsoft. To be honest, this has taken too long, because Becta’s snappy catchline “Leading Next Generation Learning” is what we’re all about too. Yesterday they published their Read More...
How to get the best deal on Microsoft software in Education
There are lots of licensing schemes available for education. But what's the most efficient one to use. And which is the best Microsoft partner to buy from? This article provides a step-by-step guide for schools, to help get the best deal on Microsoft educational software licences, specific to UK schools. Read More...
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