At Bare-Metal.io, we’re committed to providing our customers with reliable, cost-effective, and future-proof virtualization solutions. For years, VMware has been a staple in the virtualization world, but recent changes under Broadcom’s leadership have made it clear that it’s time to move on. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’re now offering VergeOS as our preferred virtualization platform—a robust, modern alternative that delivers stability and flexibility without the corporate overreach.
The VMware Debacle: Broadcom’s Mismanagement
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware has turned a once-trusted platform into a cautionary tale. Their aggressive tactics have alienated customers, partners, and IT professionals alike. Here’s why we, and many others, are walking away from VMware:
- Exorbitant Price Hikes: Broadcom has drastically increased licensing and support costs, making VMware unaffordable for small and mid-sized businesses.
- Gutted Partner Ecosystem: The partner network that made VMware accessible has been dismantled, leaving customers with fewer options and less support.
- Threatening Cease-and-Desist Letters: Broadcom is sending legal notices to customers who paid for VMware licenses but stopped renewing costly support contracts. They claim that applying patches or updates without an active subscription is a “material breach” of their intellectual property rights.
- Audits and Intimidation: Broadcom is threatening audits to enforce compliance, creating a hostile environment for customers. This is not how you treat loyal clients.
- Brand Destruction: Broadcom’s actions exemplify “enshittification”—prioritizing short-term profits over long-term goodwill. They’re betting that customers are too dependent to leave, but we’re proving them wrong.
These moves have made VMware an unsustainable choice for businesses that value transparency, affordability, and customer-centric service. At Bare-Metal.io, we saw the writing on the wall and began exploring alternatives that align with our mission to empower our clients.
Enter VergeOS: The Future of Virtualization
After evaluating multiple options, we chose VergeOS as our go-to virtualization platform. VergeOS offers a powerful, user-friendly, and cost-effective solution that addresses the pain points of VMware under Broadcom’s reign. Here’s why VergeOS stands out:
- No Licensing Nightmares: VergeOS eliminates the complex, costly licensing models that plague VMware. You get a straightforward, predictable pricing structure that respects your budget.
- Robust Performance: VergeOS delivers enterprise-grade virtualization with high performance, scalability, and reliability, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Unlike Broadcom’s strong-arm tactics, VergeOS is built with the customer in mind. No threatening letters, no audits—just a focus on delivering value.
- Modern Architecture: VergeOS is designed for today’s hybrid and edge environments, offering flexibility and efficiency that legacy platforms struggle to match.
- Seamless Migration: Our team at Bare-Metal.io has streamlined the process of migrating from VMware to VergeOS, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum ROI.
Why Bare-Metal.io Made the Switch
Our decision to adopt VergeOS wasn’t just a reaction to Broadcom’s missteps—it was a proactive move to provide our customers with a better virtualization experience. We’ve already begun migrating clients to VergeOS, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Businesses appreciate the freedom from licensing games, the stability of the platform, and the peace of mind that comes with a vendor that prioritizes their needs.
We also considered open-source options like XCP-ng, which we still recommend for certain use cases. However, VergeOS’s comprehensive feature set, ease of use, and dedicated support made it the ideal choice for Bare-Metal.io and our diverse client base.
Join the Migration
Broadcom’s mismanagement of VMware has shown the world how not to run a virtualization company. At Bare-Metal.io, we’re taking a different approach—one that puts customers first. If you’re fed up with VMware’s price gouging, legal threats, or lack of support, we’re here to help you make the switch to VergeOS.
Ready to explore a better virtualization solution? Contact us today to learn more about VergeOS and how we can help you migrate seamlessly.
Let’s leave Broadcom’s chaos behind and embrace a brighter future with VergeOS.
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