>I'm curious about how various SQL databases are sold.
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>I called Microwarehouse and gave the agent a hypothetical where MS SQL-server was used on a network. He said a 7-client license would be $1219.95. I mentioned "intranet" and he said to add $2599.95.
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>I didn't go into any details with him because I just wanted to get a feel for the pricing.
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>Any one have a clear picture on how SQL-server is priced?
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>What about IBM DB2?
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>What about My-SQL?
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>Any other good and/or inexpensive options?
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>Peter Robinson

I don't know how they are ALL priced... but, I think SQL Server is priced by connections. $x per connection. Of course, if it is running on NT Server, which is licensed by connection also, you need to have adequate NT Server connections.

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