Is Hotpatching Worth the Price Tag?

Microsoft’s move to charge for hotpatching in Windows Server 2025 has server admins buzzing. Paying $1.50 per CPU core monthly for fewer reboots and tighter security windows sounds great, but is it fair to shift this cost to organizations running non-Azure servers? As someone who’s managed both on-premises and cloud environments, I’m curious: does the convenience of hotpatching justify the new subscription, or is this just another way to nickel-and-dime IT budgets? Let’s debate! #WindowsServer2025 #Hotpatching #Cybersecurity #TechDebate #CloudVsOnPrem #Tech