Redis license replace: What it’s good to know

Overview

As we speak, Redis, a number one supplier of in-memory information retailer options, introduced a transition in its open-source licensing strategy. Redis is shifting away from the BSD 3-Clause License to a dual-license mannequin, providing builders the selection between the Redis Supply Accessible License model 2 (RSALv2) or the Server-Aspect Public License model 1 (SSPLv1).

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 suppleness, empowering builders to make knowledgeable selections about how they make the most of Redis applied sciences of their tasks. 

The way forward for Azure Cache for Redis

At Microsoft, our dedication to empowering builders and advancing expertise stays steadfast. By means of our partnership we’ll proceed to offer our prospects with built-in options like Azure Cache for Redis, guaranteeing they’ve entry to the newest options and capabilities. 

Our ongoing collaboration ensures that Azure prospects can seamlessly make the most of all tiers of Azure Cache for Redis. There can be no interruption to Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Cache for Redis Enterprise, and Enterprise Flash providers and prospects will obtain well timed updates and bug fixes to keep up optimum efficiency.   

Furthermore, our Enterprise and Enterprise Flash choices will proceed to evolve, offering modern options and supporting the newest releases of Redis Enterprise. This ensures that our enterprise prospects have entry to the newest and best updates to drive their enterprise ahead. 

“As our enterprise adapts to higher 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 functions. Collectively, we’ll proceed to innovate round built-in options like Azure Cache for Redis and supply unmitigated entry to the newest applied sciences constructed to serve the long-standing and rising calls for of the builders we serve.”

—Rowan Trollope, Chief Govt Officer, Redis

We’re excited concerning the future and the modern options our prospects will develop utilizing Azure Cache for Redis. Along with Redis, we’re dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s doable and empowering builders to construct and scale highly effective functions. 

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 Accessible 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 situations outlined within the settlement.

What’s SSPLv1? 

• SSPL is a spinoff of the GNU Affero Basic Public License (AGPL) with a modified Part 13. It requires that any entity providing SSPL-licensed software program as a service should launch the 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 supplied supply code.

Is Azure Cache for Redis now additionally coated by the RSALv2 and SSPLv1 licenses?

• No, Azure Cache for Redis is obtainable to prospects 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 supplied? 

• 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?

• Presently, there isn’t any motion required for our Microsoft and Azure prospects relating to the licensing announcement.

Azure Cache for Redis Licensing updates

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