Seth Mitchell is a Microsoft Consultant and SAM Analyst at Connection with 20 years of experience in software volume licensing. He is also a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) in licensing and software asset management for large organizations. When he’s not navigating the world of Microsoft, Seth enjoys flying—he’s an FAA certified commercial pilot with instrument rating.
In November 2022, Microsoft quietly implemented significant changes to their SQL Server licensing rules, particularly affecting virtual SQL servers. These updates, including a notable price increase and new requirements for…