Webinar recording
In this webinar recording, our founder and CEO Craig Guarente presents a session on the hidden costs and time bombs in non-Oracle Java contracts, and answers audience questions.
Craig emphasizes that Oracle made significant changes to Java licensing in January 2023, and many customers are unsure of the implications. See our timeline of changes in how Oracle licenses Java.
Questions and discussion
Some key questions raised during the webinar discussion:
- Are there alternative Java solutions to Oracle Java?
- Can Oracle charge for Java used with non-Oracle support?
- How can companies determine their Java licensing needs?
Key points
- Oracle has changed its Java licensing model to require paid subscriptions for most commercial use cases.
- Many companies are unaware of these changes and may be at risk of non-compliance.
- There are alternative non-Oracle Java solutions available, including Red Hat, Azul, Amazon Corretto, IBM, and OpenJDK, but they may require code changes or have different licensing terms.
- Oracle can attempt to charge customers for any Java use, even if they download it from another vendor.
- It is important that companies carefully review their Java usage and contracts to avoid unexpected costs.
- Craig recommends that companies using Java carefully assess their needs and choose the most cost-effective solution.
Our services can help you
Completely independent from Oracle, Palisade Compliance offers a variety of tools and services to help companies manage their Java licensing. These include:
- Online training and resources
- Java measurement and reporting tools
- Self-service Java licensing portal
- Managed service options with expert advisors.
