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> Then the bean counters say "why are you buying this software, when you could have gotten it for free." Because it's the "officially supported" version and co

by zrm 7y ago

> Then the bean counters say "why are you buying this software, when you could have gotten it for free." Because it's the "officially supported" version and companies don't like running software that isn't eligible for official support.

stubish 7y ago
It is also required by various certifications to purchase support when the option is available.