Operating Systems
Windows, Linux, and server OS — licensed, deployed, and managed across your estate.
Independent
Publisher-agnostic advice
Best
Commercial terms
Right-sized
License optimization
Managed
Deploy & renew
What we license
Operating system software includes Windows Server and client, Linux distributions, and macOS that KOV licenses, deploys, and helps manage across servers and endpoints.
Operating systems are the foundation every application runs on. KOV licenses server and desktop OS across Windows, Linux, and macOS and helps you deploy and manage them.
We advise on the right licensing model, secure the best terms, and can manage patching and lifecycle through our managed services.
Independent
Publisher-agnostic advice
Best
Commercial terms
Right-sized
License optimization
Managed
Deploy & renew
What's covered
The operating systems we advise on, license, and deploy — with the best commercial terms.
Windows Server
Server OS licensing.
Windows Client
Desktop OS licensing.
Linux
Enterprise Linux distributions.
macOS
Apple device management.
Licensing Models
Volume and subscription licensing.
OS Management
Patching and lifecycle.
Buying direct vs KOV software
| KOV Software | Buying direct | |
|---|---|---|
| Advice | Publisher-independent | Sales-led |
| Pricing | Optimized terms | List price |
| Licensing | Right-sized | Over-licensed |
| Deployment | Managed rollout | DIY |
| Renewals | Proactively managed | Missed / blind auto-renew |
A clear path to value
Assess
We review your needs, users, and existing licenses.
Recommend & license
We recommend the right software at the best terms.
Deploy
We deploy, configure, and integrate the software.
Optimize & renew
We manage renewals and optimize licensing over time.
Common scenarios we solve
- Licensing Windows Server or client
- Standardizing on an OS across the estate
- Deploying enterprise Linux
- Managing OS patching and lifecycle
Frequently asked questions
What operating systems does KOV license?+
Windows Server and client, enterprise Linux distributions, and macOS — with advice on the right licensing model.
Can you manage OS patching?+
Yes. Through our managed services we handle OS patching and lifecycle across servers and endpoints.
Do you advise on licensing models?+
Yes. We help you choose between volume, subscription, and other licensing models to minimize cost.
Can you help with OS migration?+
Yes. Our infrastructure team can plan and execute OS upgrades and migrations.
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