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How Much Does Open-Source Chef Actually Cost?

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Open-source Chef has no licensing fees, but hidden costs tied to labor, maintenance, scalability, and security often increase total cost of ownership for medium to large organizations, making it more expensive than expected when evaluated at enterprise scale.

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The Open-Source Mirage: Why the “Free” Chef Version Could Be Your Most Expensive Mistake

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Learn how the “free” version of open-source Chef software can be a risky choice for your organization. This blog explores the hidden operational costs, security risks and the value of enterprise support in infrastructure automation.

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