Overview 

Right now, Redis, a number one supplier of in-memory knowledge retailer options, introduced a transition in its open-source licensing strategy. Redis is transferring 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).

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 selection that aligns with their particular wants and preferences. This dual-license mannequin offers 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 know-how stays steadfast. Via our partnership we’ll proceed to supply our prospects with built-in options like Azure Cache for Redis, making certain they’ve entry to the most recent options and capabilities. 

Our ongoing collaboration ensures that Azure prospects can seamlessly make the most of all tiers of Azure Cache for Redis. There will likely be no interruption to Azure Cache for Redis, Azure Cache for Redis Enterprise, and Enterprise Flash companies 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 revolutionary options and supporting the most recent releases of Redis Enterprise. This ensures that our enterprise prospects have entry to the most recent 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 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 Govt Officer, Redis

We’re excited concerning the future and the revolutionary 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 purposes. 

FAQs 

What actions do I have to take as an Azure Cache for Redis consumer? 

The place can I study 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 circumstances outlined within the settlement. 

What’s SSPLv1? 

• SSPL is a by-product of the GNU Affero Normal Public License (AGPL) with a modified Part 13. It requires that any entity providing SSPL-licensed software program as a service should launch your entire 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 below 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 neighborhood variations of Redis and Redis Enterprise. 

What do I have to 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 prospects relating to the licensing announcement. 

Azure Cache for Redis Licensing updates

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