Jul
24
Oracle Standard Edition Databases to become obsolete?
Filed Under Definitions, Oracle | Leave a Comment
We have quietly looked at the internet to evaluate the responses from Oracle users and clients in regard to its definition changes in October 2007, that effect the licensing scheme of Oracle’s entry-level databases: Standard Edition and Standard Edition One. And it seems that, except for a few sharp individuals, this change went un-noticed while we had expected a riot. You see, it’s a big deal. So big that we expect these versions of the Oracle Database to become obsolete. Here’s why. Read more
Jul
24
Preparing yourself for an ULA offering by Oracle
Filed Under Compliance, Contract, Oracle | Leave a Comment
Oracle offers enterprise-sized companies the option to purchase ULA agreements (’Unlimited License Agreement’). In such an agreement, the amount of available licenses is set to ‘Unlimited’ for a limited period (2-5 years in general). However, a few months before the ‘Unlimited’ period has passed, the client will have to count the actual used Processors. In the event the ULA is uncapped, the client will receive the (then needed) amount of licenses at no additional charge (for licenses or annual support fees). Is it SMART to buy an ULA?? Read more