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The much-anticipated release of Microsoft 365 E7 and Agent 365 has arrived, with Microsoft documentation being updated to reflect the GA date of 1 May, 2026. Microsoft 365 E7 builds on Microsoft 365 E5 by adding Microsoft 365 Copilot and the Entra Suite. The new kid on the block is also included or available standalone: Agent 365, helping businesses to deploy, organize, and govern AI Agents securely. We have a raft of interactive tools and resources to assist subscribers with the releases: • Promotions Playground: Conveniently keep tabs on the Microsoft 365 E7 promotions – https://bit.ly/PromotionsPlayground• Licensing Guides Gallery: Keep…

What upgrade options does a CSP customer with Microsoft 365 Business Basic have? Can you upgrade a Frontline Worker licence to an Enterprise version? Perhaps you'd usually answer these questions using confusing upgrade spreadsheets, outdated documents, or resigning yourself to processing dummy transactions. Our brand-new CSP Upgrade Selector is an interactive configurator that displays over 50 of the most common CSP licences with their corresponding upgrades. With an intuitive super-search filter and a clean, logical layout, our subscriber-exclusive tool is live now in LicenseVerse. So, the next time you're wondering how to quickly find eligible CSP upgrade options, give it…

Are you a Licensing Specialist juggling daily licensing challenges? Whether it's finding information quickly, keeping up to date with pricing and promotions, or working out complex calculations, our Licensing School Toolbox dissolves these difficulties. Our ever-expanding collection of interactive tools, configurators, and calculators helps with everything from working out a Windows Server licensing solution to finding archived Microsoft information in seconds. These unique resources integrate with LicenseVerse, our compendium of licensing information, and are enjoyed by hundreds of existing subscribers. Discover how you can benefit too, with a tour of the Toolbox by Louise and Dave. Join our Licensing School…

Get quick access to key Licensing School resources with our brand-new Dashboard! Find all licensing information in one place, keep up to date with changes, learn about licensing, or demonstrate your knowledge faster than ever. The intuitive tiles will springboard you to our ever-growing range of resources that simply make your licensing life easier. Your new licensing launchpad is free and available to bookmark today: https://bit.ly/DashboardLS.

May is Outsourcery month at Licensing School! Our two licensing training sessions cover everything from the witchcraft of running Windows Server in Azure, to the black magic of Authorized Mobility partner use rights. Licensing wizard Louise navigates us through the dark art of what software you can use where, and why, with her usual crystal-clear explanations. Stop stressing over the sorcery of outsourcing and register now if you’re a subscriber: https://bit.ly/LS_Training. Don’t miss out if you’re not a subscriber yet – contact us to discuss: info@licensingschool.co.uk.

Are you a Licensing Specialist juggling daily licensing challenges? Whether it's finding information quickly, keeping up to date with pricing and promotions, or working out complex calculations, our Licensing School Toolbox dissolves these difficulties. Our ever-expanding collection of interactive tools, configurators, and calculators helps with everything from working out a Windows Server licensing solution to finding archived Microsoft information in seconds. These unique resources integrate with LicenseVerse, our compendium of licensing information, and are enjoyed by hundreds of existing subscribers. Discover how you can benefit too, with a tour of the Toolbox by Louise and Dave. Join our Licensing School…

Exciting news! We’ve upped sticks and moved premises to… Licensing School Towers! Our new licensing headquarters gives us an even bigger and stronger base to continue supporting licensing professionals across the globe. Join us in congratulating Paul and Louise on this landmark Licensing School moment! Did you know you've also got a Licensing School home? The LicenseVerse Dashboard is your homepage to find all licensing information in one place, keep up to date with changes, learn about licensing, and demonstrate licensing knowledge. Pop by today: https://bit.ly/DashboardLS.

Our Licensing Scholar exams are free for everyone and are ideal for testing how much you know about a particular licensing topic. Why not have a go at our latest exam and see how your knowledge of Teams calling licensing measures up? Find all our Licensing Scholar exams here: https://bit.ly/LicensingScholar.

At Licensing School, if there’s one thing we love as much as licensing, it’s training! Licensing legend Louise pairs these passions three times a month, enthusiastically upskilling licensing professionals around the world. Our recent Microsoft 365 training was a huge hit with subscribers and, for a limited time, it’s free to everyone! The session demystifies the Apps, Windows, security, and the available plans. Our huge back catalogue of on-demand training is jam-packed with similar content covering everything from the mainstream to the mind-bending – all made clear with Louise’s unique delivery style. Enjoy the free session and get in touch…

Do you wish that Windows Server licensing was simpler? Whether you’re a veteran with VMs or confused by CALs, our new Windows Server Calculator lightens your licensing load. Just input your cores, processors, and virtual machines to quickly understand the licensing options with our intuitive, interactive tool. Our ever-growing Licensing School Toolbox expands further with this exciting new addition, exclusive for LicenseVerse subscribers. Try it today: https://bit.ly/WinSvrCalculator.