We have a TSM 4.2.1.9 server running under OS/390. We pay for it on a
monthly charge basis. We are currently attempting to order additional
client licenses. We are being told that it is not possible to order
these on a monthly charge basis. We are being quoted a one-time charge
based on the numbers of various client types. Each of the major Unix
implementations is a separate type in this context. Somewhat incredibly
Windows NT and Windows 2000 are two separate types. We have not so far
been asked about the numbers of processors on our client system, or
about servers versus workstations.

Our organization's policies on budgeting make it essentially impossible
to purchase anything with money originally budgeted for leasing things,
which makes the claimed change in policy a significant problem. Are we
being told the whole truth about our options for acquiring additional
client licenses?