VCF 9.1: The Features That Actually Matter If You Run VCF

This blog post, VCF 9.1: The Features That Actually Matter If You Run VCF, is not a walkthrough of every new feature. A look at the changes that actually affect how you run the platform, from someone who does. VCF 9.1 shipped on May 5, and if you read the release notes end to end, … Read more

VCF 9 Support Model and Release Cadence: The Other Change Worth Talking About

Broadcom changed how VCF gets supported and released. Plus, a quick update on what 9.1 has already refined in the licensing model. A few days ago, I wrote about the new licensing model in VCF 9. After that post went out, it was clear that many architects and operators are still working through what these … Read more

VCF 9 Licensing: A New Model, A Real Shift

What the new licensing model actually means for VMware Cloud Foundation and vSphere Foundation, from an architect’s point of view. Before I get into the technical details, I want to be honest about where I stand. I have been a consistent critic of Broadcom’s actions in the VMware ecosystem since the acquisition. The pricing structure, … Read more