Overview
At the moment, Redis, a number one supplier of in-memory knowledge retailer options, introduced a transition in its open-source licensing method. Redis is transferring away from the BSD 3-Clause License to a dual-license mannequin, providing builders the selection between the Redis Supply Out there License model 2 (RSALv2) or the Server-Aspect Public License model 1 (SSPLv1).
Azure Cache for Redis
Distributed, in-memory, scalable answer offering super-fast knowledge entry.
With the introduction of the RSALv2 and the SSPLv1, Redis is providing builders a alternative that aligns with their particular wants and preferences. This dual-license mannequin supplies better readability and adaptability, empowering builders to make knowledgeable selections about how they make the most of Redis applied sciences of their initiatives.
The way forward for Azure Cache for Redis
At Microsoft, our dedication to empowering builders and advancing know-how stays steadfast. Via our partnership we are going to proceed to supply our clients with built-in options like Azure Cache for Redis, guaranteeing they’ve entry to the most recent options and capabilities.
Our ongoing collaboration ensures that Azure clients can seamlessly make the most of all tiers of Azure Cache for Redis. There will probably be no interruption to Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Cache for Redis Enterprise, and Enterprise Flash providers and clients will obtain well timed updates and bug fixes to take care of optimum efficiency.
Furthermore, our Enterprise and Enterprise Flash choices will proceed to evolve, offering progressive options and supporting the most recent releases of Redis Enterprise. This ensures that our enterprise clients have entry to the most recent and biggest updates to drive their enterprise ahead.
“As our enterprise adapts to raised meet the calls for of our buyer and the broader market, our long-standing partnership with Microsoft will proceed to assist organizations across the globe in constructing stronger, extra performant purposes. Collectively, we’ll proceed to innovate round built-in options like Azure Cache for Redis and supply unmitigated entry to the most recent applied sciences constructed to serve the long-standing and rising calls for of the builders we serve.”
—Rowan Trollope, Chief Government Officer, Redis
We’re excited in regards to the future and the progressive options our clients will develop utilizing Azure Cache for Redis. Along with Redis, we’re dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s attainable and empowering builders to construct and scale highly effective purposes.
FAQs
What actions do I must take as an Azure Cache for Redis consumer?
The place can I be taught extra about this announcement?
What’s RSALv2?
- RSALv2, or Redis Supply Out there License 2.0, is a permissive, non-exclusive, royalty-free license granted by Redis. for the use, distribution, and modification of sure software program elements designed to work with Redis, topic to particular limitations and circumstances outlined within the settlement.
What’s SSPLv1?
- SSPL is a spinoff of the GNU Affero Common Public License (AGPL) with a modified Part 13. It requires that any entity providing SSPL-licensed software program as a service should launch your complete supply code of the service, together with administration, consumer interfaces, APIs, automation, monitoring, backup, storage, and internet hosting software program, enabling customers to run their very own situations utilizing the offered supply code.
Is Azure Cache for Redis now additionally lined by the RSALv2 and SSPLv1 licenses?
- No, Azure Cache for Redis is obtainable to clients underneath the Microsoft phrases of service. The RSALv2 and SSPLv1 licenses don’t apply to your use of Azure Cache for Redis.
Will my Azure Cache for Redis occasion proceed to obtain patches and bug fixes?
- Sure, Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Cache for Redis Enterprise, and Enterprise Flash will proceed to obtain patches and bug fixes even after the licensing announcement described above.
Will Azure Cache for Redis change the model of Redis that’s being provided?
- Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Cache for Redis Enterprise, and Enterprise Flash will proceed to function on the usual group variations of Redis and Redis Enterprise.
What do I must do as an Azure Cache for Redis buyer in response to this licensing announcement?
- At present, there isn’t a motion required for our Microsoft and Azure clients concerning the licensing announcement.
Azure Cache for Redis Licensing updates
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