Description
Windows Server 2025 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) – 1 User CAL
The Windows Server 2025 RDS User CAL (Client Access License) authorizes one user to access the Remote Desktop Services of a Windows Server 2025. Since this license is bound to the user and not to a specific device, access can be initiated from an unlimited number of different endpoints.
Features / Specification
- License Type: User CAL (User-bound)
- Scope: Access authorization for 1 dedicated user
- Multi-Device Support: Unlimited number of devices per user (e.g., PC, laptop, tablet)
- Compatibility: Designed for Windows Server 2025 and backward compatible with older Windows Server versions
- Deployment: Supports Remote Desktop Session Host (RDSH) and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
Comparison: RDS User CAL vs. RDS Device CAL
| RDS User CAL (This Product) | RDS Device CAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed for | 1 dedicated user | 1 dedicated device |
| Number of Devices | Unlimited (any device per user) | Exactly 1 licensed device |
| Number of Users | Exclusive to the assigned user | Unlimited (any user per device) |
RDS License Activation
The activation and assignment of the Client Access Licenses are managed centrally via the Microsoft RDS licensing server.
