Red Hat Middleware Licensing White Paper

Abstract Red Hat’s middleware portfolio is a powerful toolkit designed to enhance the development, deployment, and management of enterprise applications. These tools are built on open-source, platform-independent frameworks that can operate both on-site and in the cloud. As Red Hat continues to provide industry-leading support subscriptions, understanding the complexities of licensing these products becomes crucial…

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS Licensing White Paper

Abstract In the ever-evolving landscape of enterprise software, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) remains a pivotal force, especially since its acquisition by IBM in 2019. This acquisition has brought subtle yet significant shifts in policy and culture, impacting how organizations manage licensing and compliance. Our latest white paper delves into these complexities, providing Software Asset…

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Introducing the Red Hat Deployment Manager App

We’re thrilled to announce the release of our Red Hat Deployment Manager app! 🎉 Designed to support businesses in assessing and optimizing their Red Hat software licenses, this new tool is a game-changer. With the Deployment Manager, you can monitor license usage, identify cost savings opportunities, and generate detailed reports for in-depth analysis. đź“Š It’s…

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Paid and free alternatives to Red Hat Enterprise Linux

When it comes to enterprise-level Linux distributions, Red Hat has been the industry leader for many years. However, with the rise of open source software and community-driven development, there are now a variety of free and paid alternatives to Red Hat that are worth considering. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the best…

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Exploring RHEL Paid Add-Ons (with examples)

Introduction Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a popular choice for organizations seeking a stable, secure, and scalable Linux distribution. While the base RHEL operating system offers a robust set of features, paid add-ons can extend its functionality and provide additional benefits tailored to specific use cases. In this blog post, we will introduce several…

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How to check if your Red Hat server licensed

Red Hat is a leading provider of open-source software solutions that offer a range of products and services for businesses and organizations. To determine the appropriate Red Hat agreement type for your business, you need to consider several factors, including the number of sockets on the device, the version of RHEL running, if there is…

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

Red Hat is a leading provider of open-source software solutions that cater to the needs of businesses and organizations worldwide. One of the unique aspects of Red Hat’s licensing metric is that they measure licensing by sockets rather than the number of CPUs. In this blog post, we’ll explain why Red Hat looks at sockets…

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Understanding Red Hat Agreement Types

Red Hat is a well-known provider of open source software solutions that have been widely used in businesses and organizations worldwide. They offer various agreement types that cater to different requirements of their customers. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the different Red Hat agreement types and their features. Individual Subscription Agreement or ISA is…

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

Determining the right number and type of subscription required for your Red Hat server depends on a few factors, including the type of server, the software applications installed on the server, and the level of support required. Here are the key steps to determining the right number and type of subscription for your Red Hat…

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Understanding Red Hat’s Licensing Model

Red Hat is a popular provider of enterprise level open source software solutions, including the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system. Red Hat’s licensing model differs from traditional proprietary software licensing models in that it is based on open source licenses. In this technical article, we’ll explore the Red Hat licensing model in more…

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