NEWSFLASH: The most advanced operating system ever built — the Solaris 10 OS — is now FREE!

How does 'FREE' work?

It's simple. Registered end users will have the right to use the Solaris 10 OS and receive automated security patches. Higher levels of service (all other patches, updates, live tech support, etc.) are available through flexible subscription services.

But Sun can't just give away the Solaris 10 OS...

Sun can. The Solaris 10 OS is available for free download right now. And it's good for Sun's business. Sun benefits from getting its flagship Solaris 10 OS into as many systems as possible. By making the right to use (RTU) license free for everyone, Sun expects to increase adoption and fuel the growing Solaris 10 ecosystem. Sun also expects this to drive demand for the new Solaris 10 subscription services.

Tell me about the Solaris 10 Subscription Services

There are four subscription offerings — free, basic, standard, and premium — each optimized to allow customers to choose the optimal support level for their specific IT requirements.

Where can I get more details about the subscription services for the Solaris 10 OS?

Check out the Subscription Services business model FAQ.