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VMware is an enterprise-tier virtualization tool used in data centers, cloud, and on-premises infrastructure. Its recent acquisition by Broadcom has led to some structural changes, and VMware software will change to a subscription model. Subscription changes will affect licensing options, operational budgets, and the way administrators manage the software.
Overview of VMware Licensing
Licensing VMware was critical to stay in line with local laws and regulations, but subscription-based licensing changes the way administrators must deploy instances. Broadcom recently acquired VMware, and now VMware’s licensing options have been restructured into two primary subscription packages with two additional subscriptions. Many of your current licenses will fall into one of these packages, but you first must identify which subscription covers all the features you currently use.
The unified licensing model eliminates the need for businesses to have licenses for each VMware product. Businesses can now pay for an umbrella subscription and use VMware components as needed. A single key now represents a license for several products.
Recent Changes in VMware Licensing
Businesses working with VMware had over 160 products to choose from in the past, but now, VMware bundles solutions into four packages. Components are covered by each subscription package. The four bundles
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