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Screw You Broadcom
Docker Devops Kubernetes Cloud Programming
1 year ago 570.5K views 3 shares
Screw You Broadcom
The entire tech world got a rude awakening when Broadcom decided to change Docker's licensing model after August 28th. Suddenly, all those carefully crafted container images and deployment charts became the digital equivalent of a ticking time bomb. It's like showing up to work and finding out your entire infrastructure is now sitting on a subscription paywall. Five years of DevOps culture built on "containers everywhere!" and then corporate suits decided your free lunch was over. The digital tower of Babel we've all been building? Yeah, that's now resting on Broadcom's quarterly earnings expectations.

VSphere Is Still Pretty Great, But...
Cloud Devops Linux Windows
1 year ago 446.8K views 0 shares
VSphere Is Still Pretty Great, But...
Server admin calmly stating "vSphere is still pretty great" until someone mentions "BROADCOM." Then the rage sets in. It's like mentioning printer drivers at an IT party - instant mood killer. For the uninitiated, Broadcom acquired VMware (maker of vSphere) and proceeded to change licensing models faster than developers change their minds about frameworks. Nothing says "enterprise stability" like your virtualization provider getting acquired and immediately making your budget explode.

Broadcom's Explosive Pricing Strategy
Devops Cloud Linux Windows
1 year ago 410.2K views 0 shares
Broadcom's Explosive Pricing Strategy
Gearing up for the budget apocalypse! Nothing says "enterprise IT" like putting on a bomb suit to tell executives they need to fork over another 50% for VMware licenses while they simultaneously reject your migration requests due to "cost concerns." The irony is thicker than the blast-proof helmet. Ever since Broadcom's acquisition, IT departments worldwide have been practicing their explosion-resistant budget presentations. It's not a price increase—it's a "value adjustment opportunity."