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How to mitigate software licensing surprises

CIO Business Intelligence

It’s unsurprising to see legacy providers shifting their business models from perpetual software licensing to subscription-based pricing. But lately, some licensees of virtual desktops and applications have been confronted with abrupt changes and even forced to accept and pay for unwanted features. Some do it with a measure of grace.

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Cisco launches intelligent Wi-Fi 7 access points

Network World

Cisco has taken the wraps off a pair of intelligent WiFi-7 access points and introduced a new way of licensing wireless gear across cloud, on-premises and hybrid networks. AI and security aren’t just add-on features—they’re built into every layer. These licenses include product support for both hardware and software.

Wireless 448
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Enterprises reevaluate virtualization strategies amid Broadcom uncertainty

Network World

Broadcoms decisions to replace perpetual VMware software licenses with subscriptions and to eliminate point products in favor of an expensive bundle of private cloud tools are driving longtime VMware customers to look for an exit strategy. For customers looking elsewhere, theres no shortage of alternatives. IDC analyst Stephen Elliot concurs.

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VMware Explore 2024: Latest news and insights

Network World

While the allure of public cloud services remains strong, concerns on things like security, compliance, cost and control are bringing a renewed interest in private clouds. Despite the interest in private, the cloud migration is still a hot topic.

Vmware 369
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How to strengthen the security of Oracle applications without relying on OAU

CIO Business Intelligence

Vendor support agreements have long been a sticking point for customers, and the Oracle Applications Unlimited (OAU) program is no different. That, in turn, can lead to system crashes, application errors, degraded performance, and downtime. 3 Breaches are also expensive.

Oracle 147
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Meta creates ‘Business AI’ group led by ex-Salesforce AI CEO Clara Shih

CIO Business Intelligence

From the start, Meta has made the Llama models available to other enterprises under a license it describes as “open source,” but the creation of the new business group makes clear that Meta’s interest is commercial, not philanthropic. Keeping control However, anyone wanting to use the latest Llama 3.2

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SAP SE revamps application security scanning using simulation and automation

CIO Business Intelligence

SAP’s award-winning FioriDAST project mimics user and attacker behavior to safeguard its web applications. While hackers target companies of all sizes, a tech giant like SAP may have a bigger bull’s eye on its back because of the sensitive data it manages and the critical role its ERP applications play in global businesses.

SAP 276