# AWS License Manager
#aws #cloud
A managed service by AWS to manage popular software licences like of Windows.
• Used to manage licenses from software vendors • For example, manage your Microsoft, Oracle, SAP and IBM licenses • Centralized management of software licenses for AWS and on-premises resources • Can track license usage including when licensed based on virtual cores (vCPUs), sockets, or number of machines • Distribute, activate, and track software licenses across accounts and throughout an organization • Enforce limits across multiple Regions