Need info about volume licensing for diskless mode for internet cafe

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In response to your concerns regarding the licensing method for your 28 client PCs, I recommend utilizing a Multiple Activation Key (MAK) under the Volume Licensing program, which is well-suited to the operational needs of your internet café business. MAK stands for Multiple Activation Key, and it's a type of Windows volume licensing used by organizations to activate multiple devices with a single product key.

Why MAK should be consider?

• One-time activation: Each machine activates directly with Microsoft’s servers. The device will be permanent activated.
• Fixed activation count: Your MAK key has a set number of activations (e.g., 100). Once used, they’re consumed and not reusable. To save up your budget, you could purchase for activation counts based the current business size.
• No ongoing connectivity: Machines don’t need to stay connected to a network or activation server.
• Manual management: You must track activations manually; ideal for isolated or low-volume environments (28 clients).
• Best for: Smaller deployments, disconnected systems, or one-off activations.

Reference:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/commerce/licenses/product-keys-for-vl?view=o365-worldwide#multiple-activation-keys-mak

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