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Microsoft faces new antitrust complaint over cloud software licensing in Europe

CIO Business Intelligence

Changes Microsoft made to its cloud licensing of Windows and application software to “make bringing workloads and licenses to partners’ clouds easier,” the company says, have drawn the ire of those cloud partners, some of whom have jointly filed an antitrust complaint in the European Union.

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The Huge Cost of Goliath’s Software Licensing Model for Enterprises

KineticData

The Huge Cost of Goliath’s Software Licensing Model for Enterprises Hey! He’s a familiar leader of IT service management software. The Giant’s Giant Licensing Model Goliath’s licensing model is based on a per-user, per-month pricing structure. Let’s Upgrade that Licensing Model! Have you met Goliath?

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Instructional Content Licensing: A Framework for Sharing and Reusing Educational Materials

Kitaboo

Navigating the realm of instructional content licensing need not be daunting as long as you’re clear on your goals for publicizing such content. In this blog, we will explore a framework that educators can leverage to create open courseware and establish effective licensing protocols. Table of Contents I.

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Understanding the Importance of Educational Content Licensing for Schools and Institutions

Kitaboo

That’s what we call educational content licensing. Whether it’s eBooks, videos, or digital learning tools, educational content licensing allows you to use all the exciting content legally. This licensing is what enables your school to offer a top-notch learning experience. What is Educational Content Licensing?

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eBook DRM Software: The Ultimate Protection for your eBooks

Kitaboo

eBook DRM software comes in to address this critical need, providing a robust defense against illicit exploitation of digital literary works. They not only protect against unauthorized copying and distribution but also enable content creators to enforce flexible licensing terms and control the dissemination of their work.

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Feds' demand for software standards could boost enterprise security

Network World

Enterprises can look for more transparency from software vendors after the Biden Administration’s recent mandate that software bills of materials be provided by companies attempting to do business with the federal government. Software bills of materials, frequently abbreviated to SBOMs, aren’t a new concept.

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Per-User License Misalignment

KineticData

What is per-user license pricing? There’s a lot of talk these days about per-user licensing models. But what happens when the benefits actually delivered by the software don’t match up with the requisite costs? Here’s what you need to know about per user license misalignment and how to avoid it.