How to buy. These pages help guide you through the process of purchasing Microsoft software

Find the right purchasing option for you

Whether you're acquiring new computers or adding software to existing ones, it's essential to buy genuine Microsoft software in the best way for your business. Simply click on the number of PCs you need to buy software for and the recommended options will be highlighted.

Starting up your small business with less than 5 PCs?
Find out the best buying option for you.

Volume Licensing

Best option for companies that want to save money by buying in bulk.

If you are buying or using software for 5 to 250 PCs, you can take advantage of an Open or Open Value Volume Licensing agreement. Lasting two or three years, these agreements allow you to buy and use your software in a flexible way, as well as making potential cost savings.

You can also enjoy the benefits of Microsoft Software Assurance, including free upgrades over the course of the agreement, home usage rights, training vouchers and technical support.

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Hosted software

Best option for businesses that want to outsource IT.

You can rent the right to use Microsoft products through an IT provider who offers Software as a Service (SaaS).

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Pre-installed on a new computer

Best option for companies with plans to buy new computers.

If you are buying new computers for your company, you can have many Microsoft products pre-installed.

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Volume Licensing

Best option for companies that want to save money by buying in bulk.

If you are buying software for more than 250 PCs you can take advantage of a Select or Enterprise Volume Licensing agreement.

These agreements allow you to buy and use your software in a flexible way, as well as making potential cost savings.

You can also enjoy the benefits of Microsoft Software Assurance, including free upgrades over the course of the agreement, home usage rights, training vouchers and technical support.

Learn more

Hosted software

Best option for businesses that want to outsource IT.

You can rent the right to use Microsoft products through an IT provider who offers Software as a Service (SaaS).

Learn more

Pre-installed on a new computer

Best option for companies with plans to buy new computers.

If you are buying new computers for your company, you can have many Microsoft products pre-installed.

Learn more

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