Docker, a platform used to build and share containerized apps, has updated its subscription service agreement to prohibit free use by members of an educational organization who are not enrolled students.
Effective Dec. 10, 2024, CU Boulder faculty, staff, researchers and other non-students who download a Docker product for the first time or upgrade an existing installation will need to purchase a license for the product(s) they use.
Currently, OIT cannot offer Docker products at discounted rates. If you're relying on a free offering, we recommend exploring other free alternatives, such as Podman or Rancher.
For additional information, see the full OIT news story. If you have questions, please email OIT's Software Asset Management team at oitsoftware@colorado.edu.