Do you need a license for SQL Server 2012?
SQL Server 2012 comes in the following editions: Each edition has limitations on the licensing models that can be used to purchase it. Please see my interpretation below, illustrating which licensing models can be used with which editions. (The Express and Compact Editions are free, and do not require licenses).
How much does SQL Server 2012 developer edition cost?
It costs about $60. And it looks like only SQL Server 2014 Developer Edition is currently available. For most purposes it should be fine. Microsoft Technology Cen… http://www.amazon.com/SQL-Server-Developer-Edition-2012/dp/B007RFXQAM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1403791371&sr=8-1&keywords=sql+server+2012+developer+edition
Is there a perpetual license for SQL Server?
The SQL Server Developer edition is an inexpensive, version-specific, perpetual license.
What are the licensing terms for Microsoft SQL Server?
Specific product license terms are defined in the product Software License Terms—or in the case of Microsoft Volume Licensing—in the Microsoft Volume Licensing agreement under which the software was acquired and/or the Microsoft Volume Licensing Product Use Rights (PUR). This licensing guide is not a legal use rights document.
How does the server + CAL licensing model work?
The Server+CAL licensing model provides the option to license users and/or devices and then have low cost access to incremental SQL Server deployments. However, for customers who cannot count users or require premium database capabilities, the way Microsoft licenses SQL Server for computing power is changing.
Is the SQL Server 2012 Datacenter Edition available?
The Datacenter Edition has also been retired, with all capabilities now available in SQL Server 2012 Enterprise Edition.
Is there a developer edition of SQL Server?
The SQL Server Developer edition includes the same functionality included with SQL Server Enterprise edition, which is a superset of the Standard and Business Intelligence editions. Consequently, developers need to be cautious about using higher-level edition features if a lower-level edition will be used in production.
How is SQL Server licensed for development and test?
Understanding the differences in how SQL Server is licensed for development and test compared to production environments can save money and limit risks associated with audit and compliance.