Microsoft FQC-00134 Quick Reference Guide - Page 14

Software Assurance extended benefits Windows 7 Enterprise: Software Assurance, Microsoft Optimized Desktop (MDOP) and Virtualized Enterprise Centralized Desktop (VECD) Direct Access BranchCache Enterprise Search Scopes BitLocker BitLocker To Go AppLocker MDOP * Set of six technologies for desktop management VECD ** To license the virtual desktop infrastructure option to purchase option to purchase Rights to purchase additional tools Spread payments E-Learning and training vouchers Employee Purchase Programme TechNet and 24x7 problem resolution support Other services/technology to support the software lifecycle Make users productive Enhance security and control Streamline PC management * MDOP = Microsoft Optimized Desktop ** VECD = Virtualized Enterprise Centralized Desktop Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) Windows 7 Enterprise is part of the Windows Optimized Desktop, which also includes the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) suite of management, deployment and virtualisation tools. If customers' PCs are covered by Software Assurance when Windows 7 is released, they automatically get the rights to deploy Windows 7 Enterprise to those PCs without an additional licence fee. Other Software Assurance benefits include licence rights to run up to four additional copies of Windows in virtual machines. Microsoft is committed to delivering continual innovation to mid-market and enterprise customers through Software Assurance, with more regular releases of Windows, additional value in Windows 7 Enterprise Edition, and regular updates of the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP). Quick Reference Guide - 13