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I'm getting quotes for a project where I would like just the basics for the OS and DB. &nbsp;The project is in .net and MS SQL 2005 and this will be done on a development environment. &nbsp;What do I need in terms of OS with the proper license. &nbsp;Can I get Windows Server 2008, Web Edition or do I need Standard with 5 CALs? &nbsp;Is there an MS SQL 2005 developer edition which allows functionality but doesn't have a ton of licenses?
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I'm getting quotes for a project where I would like just the basics for the OS and DB.  The project is in .net and MS SQL 2005 and this will be done on a development environment.  What do I need in terms of OS with the proper license.  Can I get Windows Server 2008, Web Edition or do I need Standard with 5 CALs?  Is there an MS SQL 2005 developer edition which allows functionality but doesn't have a ton of licenses?

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