Microsoft Exchange 2007 Tells Outlook Users To Pay Up
It has been brought to our attention, with the rest of the corporate computing world, that the new version of Microsoft Exchange is cutting its ties with Outlook. In the most recent release of Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Outlook 2007 has been stripped of its CAL ( Client-Access-License). In previous versions of Exchange, users who bought Exchange CALs also received Outlook CALs. Merely an assumption here, but many people will be outraged that their previously free mail client is suddenly no longer free. This could force a material shakeup in the market-share, not bad news at OnDeckTech. We host an Exchange alternative called Zimbra, a powerful alternative to Outlook/Exchange.
Oh the times they are a changing! It’s an exciting time in the world of corporate computing. Is Microsoft making a mistake by doing this? Perhaps. Those with alternative to Exchange are likely to think so. We certainly welcome users that are looking to switch, ready to provide them with better service at a lower cost. Some companies kick their loyal users to the proverbial curb. Hey, come-on in from the cold, fix yourself a plate of hot food, let those with Exchange-alternatives welcome you. Where will all those users find a hospitable home? Winter is here, and stay tuned, the year is just beginning.
June 29th, 2007 at 9:54 pm
I was just told by a MS caller that I have to pay a license fee for every web site I host from my web server that is not my own. So I’m now looking at Mac Minis for my IIS/Exchange migration.