ORACLE license policies

Does everybody understand Oracle client/server and named user licensing policies?

So far they have struck me as very inconsistent. I get different stories depending on who I talk to and depending on the platform, operating system, and network protocol.

If you are interested in comparing notes, answer the questions below. I'll summarize all responses back to the net (and will remove names/affiliations for anybody who wishes to remain anonymous).

1. Did you have difficulty understanding Oracle's client/server policy?
2. Did you have difficulty understanding Oracle's named user policy?
3. Did you request a copy of the published policy? If so,
   • Which policy did you request?
   • Did you have any trouble obtaining it?
   • How long did it take to receive it?
4. Have you purchased a client/server license in the last year? If so,
   • What platform/operating system was it for?
   • What was the network protocol?
   • Did you additionally license each client separately or were clients included in the server license?
5. Have you encountered any negative sales tactics such as threats of license violations regarding either the client/server or named user policy?

My thanks to any who take the time to respond. Again, please send responses directly to me. I will summarize in a week or two.

  -jean

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