Select from the partners below to learn about their Software Licensing Programs:     MS Licensing Overview » Open License Government Open License Academic Select License 6.0 Type of Program Transactional Transactional Contractual Minimum purchase requirements 5 Licenses 5 Licenses 250 Desktops Minimum reorder requirements 1 License 1 License 1 License Does this require a signed contract? No No Yes Is Forecasting required? No No Yes Length of program 2 years 2 years 3 years Is Upgrade protection available? Yes, Software Assurance can be purchased Yes, Software Assurance can be purchased Yes, Software Assurance is available at the time of license acquisition Is Media included? No, media must be purchased separately No, media must be purchased separately No Software Assurance: Software Assurance gives you the rights to run new versions of licensed software as they become available during the term of your agreement. You can reduce the costs associated with acquiring new version releases and avoid lengthy purchasing cycles, while still reaping the benefits of technology that helps your organization. Click here for more information on Microsoft Software Assurance. Open License highlights: Open License is a flexible License program for organizations of all sizes which provides savings on purchases for as few as five Licenses. It is an easy way to acquire and administer multiple copies of software. Plus, will you receive License confirmations quickly and conveniently. Select License 6.0 highlights: Microsoft Select License provides a flexible and cost-effective way for organizations that have 250 or more desktop PCs to purchase the latest Microsoft technology on a pay-as-you-go basis.