[AccessD] MS TechNet sub

Yes, but I don't want a ton of software I don't use anyhow, just the
patches and service packs, etc.  I don't need all the extant operating
systems and all the MS applications or any of the other fat in MSDN.  

Charlotte 

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From: accessd-bounces at databaseadvisors.com
[mailto:accessd-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of John Bartow
Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2007 8:57 AM
To: 'Access Developers discussion and problem solving'
Subject: Re: [AccessD] MS TechNet sub

Charlotte,
AFAIK MSDN now includes everything that Tech Net does.

As to requiring you to remove the software after your subscriptions ends
-I have recently read in the MSDN FAQ that this is not (or no longer)
true. 

The cost is still a huge issue though. My last subscription I did
through a 3rd party for 2 years because it saved a small amount in cost
but also saved the renewal hassle.

It is certainly a much better deal for larger companies as you can
utilize the software and licensing to a much greater degree. Plus you
can designate a "MSDN Librarian" which you certainly need with the CD
deliveries and may still be a good idea with the DVD option. The
quantity of delivered disks is enormous.

-----Original Message-----
From: accessd-bounces at databaseadvisors.com
[mailto:accessd-bounces at databaseadvisors.com] On Behalf Of Charlotte
Foust

The line between TechNet and MSDN used to be clear but it has gotten
fuzzier over the years.  Of the two, I always preferred TechNet because
it contained a KB, articles and the latest patches and service packs,
but not a ton of software I didn't want to install anyhow.  The price
tag for MSDN was always too high for me, and I read the the EULA and
decided I'd rather pay full price for my software and not agree to
remove it from machine if my subscription expired.

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