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Moreover, a user account can be assigned to only one distinct user at a time.<\/em> <\/p>\n<p><em>Because Windows Server 2008 Foundation is licensed in this way, you do not require Windows Server client access licenses (CALs). This also makes Windows Server 2008 Foundation much more cost effective for small businesses. Although Windows Server 2008 Foundation does not require Windows Server CALs, TS CALs or Rights Management CALs are required to use those server roles on a Windows Server 2008 Foundation\u2013based server\u201d. <\/em> <\/p>\n<p>What can you use it for? <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Core Infrastructure: Windows Server Foundation is an excellent option for use with single or multiple workloads, such as file sharing, print sharing, networking, Terminal Services, remote connections, and other common server roles. 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