MSDNAA/MCCA Program Differences:

• MCCA program is only available to faculty and staff
• MSDNAA program is only available to faculty, researchers* and students
• MCCA program is a software leasing program (you do not own the software or license)
• MSDNAA program software has no expiration date
• MCCA program requires an existing Windows desktop license with only Windows desktop upgrades available (server version of software is not available)
• MSDNAA program offers full versions of all OS' (including server)
• MCCA program includes MS Office
• MSDNAA program does not include MS Office

*Research staff must follow the instructions on the Frequently Asked Questions page for requesting access to the download site.

This list is not a substitute for reading and understanding the licensing requirements for each program. It should only be used as a starting reference.