Licensing
Software licensing is the set of contract terms that decide what an organization may deploy, how its usage is counted and what it owes. This archive collects every LICENSEWARE article on vendor licensing: Microsoft, Oracle Database and Java, VMware by Broadcom, Red Hat and open source, SAP, IBM, Adobe and other publishers, plus renewals and cost optimization. Each vendor has its own archive; use this one when a question spans more than one publisher.
Software Price Increases Roundup 2024 – 2025
The enterprise software landscape in 2025 has experienced unprecedented price increases that fundamentally challenge traditional…
SQL Server 2025 Licensing: Per Core, Server + CAL and VMs
You opened a 2025 licensing URL. Keep it. SQL Server 2025 is what Microsoft lists…
Windows Server 2025 Licenses Cores. Standard Gets Two OSEs.
You opened a 2025 licensing URL. Keep it. Windows Server 2025 is the current commercial…
System Center 2025 Licenses Cores. Standard Manages Two OSEs.
You opened a 2025 licensing URL. Keep it. System Center 2025 is the current commercial…
Strategic Advantage: The Benefits of Locking in Favorable License Terms with Early-Stage Software Companies
Organizations face constant pressure to optimize their software investments while maintaining flexibility and control over…
Improved Service, Less Cost: The Real Benefits of Third-Party Software Maintenance
In the world of enterprise software, there’s a persistent myth that has influenced IT decision-making…
Freedom from Vendor Lock-in: Why Third-Party Support Empowers Your Business
Businesses often find themselves trapped in relationships with software vendors that limit their options and…
Uncovering Hidden Savings: How Third-Party Support Optimizes Your IT Budget
In today’s challenging economic climate, IT leaders are constantly looking for ways to optimize their…
Lessons from US Government Oversight: How Effective Software License Management Protects Your IT Budget
Software licenses represent a significant investment for organizations of all sizes. Yet, as a recent…
Is Microsoft’s Licensing Model Fueling Security Risks?
Microsoft’s recent security issue, aptly dubbed “BadSuccessor”, highlights deeper concerns within the software giant’s approach—not just…
VMware’s Mandatory Compliance Reporting: What You Need to Know
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware has led to significant changes in licensing terms and conditions, notably…
Broadcom Faces EU Scrutiny Over Controversial VMware Licensing Practices
Broadcom’s recent overhaul of VMware’s licensing model has sparked significant backlash from European cloud service…
Microsoft’s EU Antitrust Case Nears Resolution: EU Commission seeks feedback on remedy proposals
The European Commission (EC) is currently evaluating public feedback on Microsoft’s proposed commitments to address…
Microsoft Faces Major UK Class Action Over Software Licensing Practices
Microsoft is under legal scrutiny in the UK, facing one of the country’s largest class…
🐝 The Attack: RVTools Compromised to Deliver Bumblebee Malware
RVTools, commonly used for VMware environment reporting, was exploited to distribute a variant of the…
Uncovering Hidden Costs: How Poor Microsoft License Management Impacts Your IT Budget
In today’s digital workplace, Microsoft licensing represents a significant investment for organizations of all sizes.…
Microsoft’s New European Cloud Commitments: A Turning Point for Licensing and Digital Sovereignty
On April 30, 2025, Microsoft announced a set of updated commitments designed to address European…
Retrospective on Anaconda’s 2024 Licensing Changes: What They Mean and Smarter Alternatives
In 2024, Anaconda quietly introduced new licensing changes that took many in the software and…
VMware Walks Back Controversial Licensing Change After Industry Backlash, Denies Official Announcement
VMware customers and partners were recently taken aback by reports of a significant licensing policy…
Broadcom’s Cease-and-Desist Letters to VMware Perpetual License Holders
Broadcom’s recent actions have sent ripples through the IT community. Following its acquisition of VMware…