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Ansible
Ansible is an open-source automation tool for configuration management, application deployment, and task automation. It simplifies IT automation with agentless architecture.
What it does
Automates IT tasks, configures systems, and deploys applications across multiple machines without requiring agents.
Who it may suit
System administrators and DevOps engineers looking to automate infrastructure management and application deployment.
Free tier and license
N/A (Open Source)
Limitations to check
Please check the official documentation for specific limitations.
Licensing notes
Ansible core and the community distribution are open-source software licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPLv3).
Verification details
Last licensing verification recorded: 2026-10-28.
Directory record last updated: 2026-08-21. These are separate dates: a record update does not necessarily mean the publisher's terms changed.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ansible free to use?
Yes, Ansible core and the community distribution are open-source and free to use under the GPLv3 license.
Does Ansible require agents on managed nodes?
No, Ansible is agentless and uses SSH or WinRM to connect to managed nodes.
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