Licensing

Licensing coverage across vendor paper, metrics, audits, and renewal math. Posts here treat the contract as the object: processors, Named User Plus, named users, seats, and what changes when the same SKU moves to a listed cloud.

This is the commercial parent file, not a product tour and not company news. Vendor-only questions belong in Microsoft, Oracle, VMware, SAP, Adobe, or the other child categories. Use this archive when the question still spans more than one publisher.

Oracle Master Agreement: benefits, drawbacks, and negotiation tips

By Alex Cojocaru | March 16, 2023

Oracle Master Agreement (OMA) is a standard document that outlines the terms and conditions for…

Achieving solid ROI through incremental SAM tool implementation

By Alex Cojocaru | March 15, 2023

Implementing a Software Asset Management (SAM) tool across an entire organisation can be a complex…

Microsoft SPLA: benefits, drawbacks, and negotiation tips

By Alex Cojocaru | March 13, 2023

Microsoft Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA) is a licensing program that allows service providers to…

A Free Rebuild Is Not a Closed Red Hat File

By Alex Cojocaru | March 10, 2023

You opened a Red Hat alternatives URL. Keep it. This page is the map of…

What is the role of Microsoft License Mobility in moving licenses between on-prem and cloud environments?

By Alex Cojocaru | March 9, 2023

Microsoft License Mobility is a Software Assurance benefit that plays a crucial role in allowing…

Reduce risk while maximising ROI on your software investments

By Alex Cojocaru | March 9, 2023

In today’s fast-paced and technologically-driven business environment, software is an essential component of daily operations.…

Exploring RHEL Paid Add-Ons (with examples)

By Alex Cojocaru | March 8, 2023

Introduction Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a popular choice for organizations seeking a stable,…

Identifying VMware Version and License Key

By Alex Cojocaru | March 7, 2023

In this post, we will guide you through the steps to identify the VMware product…

Understanding VMware’s Licensing Model

By Alex Cojocaru | March 6, 2023

VMware is a virtualization and cloud computing software company that provides a range of products…

Identify Java paid components installed on your device

By Alex Cojocaru | March 3, 2023

Here is a detailed step-by-step guide that includes code snippets and example outputs on how…

Registration on the Host Is Not Account Compliance

By Alex Cojocaru | March 2, 2023

A registered Red Hat Enterprise Linux host can pull content and still leave the account…

What is the role of Oracle License Management Services (LMS) and how to prepare for Oracle software audits?

By Alex Cojocaru | March 2, 2023

Oracle License Management Services (LMS) is a division within Oracle that is responsible for assisting…

The Advantages of Red Hat’s Socket-based Licensing Metric

By Alex Cojocaru | March 1, 2023

Red Hat is a leading provider of open-source software solutions that cater to the needs…

Understanding Red Hat Agreement Types

By Alex Cojocaru | February 28, 2023

Red Hat is a well-known provider of open source software solutions that have been widely…

What you need to know about the Microsoft Product Terms document

By Alex Cojocaru | February 27, 2023

The Microsoft Product Terms document is a comprehensive guide that outlines the licensing terms and…

SQL Server’s History Is the Version on the Box.

By Alex Cojocaru | February 24, 2023

You opened a history URL. Keep it. This page is the lineage. It is not…

Licensing Q&A: How to determine the right sub for a Red Hat server?

By Alex Cojocaru | February 23, 2023

Determining the right number and type of subscription required for your Red Hat server depends…

RHEL Server Is a Socket-Pair. VDC Covers Guests.

By Alex Cojocaru | February 20, 2023

You opened a Red Hat licensing URL. Keep it. This page is the catalog: how…

Licensing Q&A: Is Oracle Linux free?

By Alex Cojocaru | February 16, 2023

Oracle Linux is available in two editions – Oracle Linux Standard Edition and Oracle Linux…

Oracle Enterprise Agreement: benefits, drawbacks, and negotiation tips

By Alex Cojocaru | February 15, 2023

Oracle is one of the world’s largest enterprise software providers, and the Oracle Enterprise Agreement…