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Windows 11 IoT Enterprise 2024 LTSC
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Now adds the ability to run unmodified
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Windows Server IoT 2025 delivers the security,
and performance, to be future-ready.
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The next generation of SQL Server IoT.
AI-powered cloud-connected platform for OEMs.
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Embedded / IoT system stands for a computing system or device with an image, designed for a dedicated task. It’s not marketed or usable as a general purpose personal computing device (such as a personal computer), a multi-function server or a commercially viable substitute for one of these systems. Typically, embedded and IoT computing refers to any system performing a fixed function or used with a specific embedded software application. These are systems that the end user mostly cannot modify. Customers have to sign a Microsoft Embedded OEM agreement to use embedded licenses for their products. Read more about the free of charge license agreements in the licensing section. The embedded channel is a closed channel, meaning sub-distribution of embedded licenses is prohibited and the customer (OEM) has to bundle the licenses with hardware to an embedded system.

Key Points for an Embedded / IoT System

  • Operating system must be preinstalled (Hardware bundled).
  • System has a dedicated, industrial function.
  • Must have a license sticker (COA) attached (non-visible attachment possible).
  • Recovery media is optional (no mandatory installation CD for the end-customer).

 

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Key Advantages provided through the Embedded Channel

  • Cost effective and simple licensing model (only license stickers: stick and forget).
  • Separate OEM channel with own OEM agreement without any quantity bindings.
  • Easy deployment, same as for large OEMs.
  • Microsoft OPK (OEM Preinstallation Kits – software downloads) available through Avnet Silica.
  • Long product availability (10-15 years).
  • Language and version independent license stickers.
  • MUI (Multi Language Packs) available.
  • OEM Activation possible.
 

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