Manufacturer's Description:
TechNet Plus is the ultimate tool kit for IT staff. It provides them with the premium resources, products and tools they need to be successful at working with Microsoft technologies. And all in one place!
TechNet Plus subscription benefits:
- Access an exclusive range of software tools and utilities such as Microsoft System Center Capacity Planner software
- Download and evaluate all Microsoft Client, Server and Application software including Windows Vista and the 2007 Office System
- Access beta versions the latest Microsoft software prior to public release
- Get immediate online support with the TechNet Plus Concierge chat
- Take advantage of 2 FREE Professional Support calls (valued at GBP £250)
- Get quick and comprehensive answers to your technical issues using the TechNet Plus Managed Newsgroups or find your own solution using the Microsoft Support Knowledge Base
What are the subscription types?
Subscription Types | Description |
TechNet Plus Direct | - Allows an individual subscriber full access TechNet Plus resources including evaluation software, technical content, tools, utilities and support resources
- Subscription content is available through the TechNet Benefits Portal, subscriber only site (does not include CD or DVD media shipments).
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TechNet Plus Single User | - Provides one subscriber with full access to all TechNet Plus resources
- Subscription content will be delivered on CD or DVD media shipments and is also available through the Plus TechNet Benefits Portal
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| TechNet Plus Single Server | - Provides one subscriber with full access to all TechNet Plus resources
- Subscription content will be delivered on CD or DVD media shipments and is available through the TechNet Plus Benefits Portal
- Allows the designated subscriber (media recipient) to load TechNet Plus Library CDs or DVD onto a single server
- This subscription type is appropriate for workgroups that need to share the TechNet Plus Library inside the firewall within a local area network
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TechNet Plus Direct vs. TechNet Plus Single Server
Subscription features and benefits: | TechNet Plus Direct | TechNet Plus Single User | TechNet Plus Single Server |
Microsoft software licensed for evaluation purposes: Evaluate full-version products (without time limits), including Microsoft Office System and Windows Server System software. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Beta software: Automatically receive pre-release versions of Microsoft operating systems, servers and business applications. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Technical support incidents: Receive two complimentary technical support incidents from live support to help you resolve technical issues fast. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Unlimited Managed Newsgroup support: Get reliable answers from Microsoft Support Professionals and community experts in over 100 Managed Newsgroups. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Technical resources for Microsoft products: Get the TechNet Library containing the Microsoft Knowledge Base, security updates, service packs, resource kits, utilities, technical training, and product documentation to keep your systems and IT skills up to date. (Shared access to TechNet Library included with Single Server license, other licenses are for 1 access.) | Y | Y | Y |
Online Concierge Chat: Use non-technical support to locate content on the subscription media or Microsoft online resources. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Subscriber-only Downloads: Customize your subscription to meet your needs by downloading subscriber content, resources, betas and evaluation software. No need to wait for discs – all resources and evaluation software are available immediately after release. (1 access for all three types) | Y | Y | Y |
Portable CD/DVD media: Take your media with you wherever you go—online access not required. Updates are sent reliably every month. (Shared access to TechNet Library content included with Single Server license, other licenses are for 1 access.) | N | Y | Y |
Product Description
TECHNET DIRECT 2006 EMEA SINGLE USER UK