But I really need that application.

So you've decided, or been told, you really need to run application X, but it doesn't have a linux version? Well the first thing to do is email support at that company and let them know - you really want to use their application under linux, but now you've done that and you need to get your pipeline up and running.

Well good news - today we're talking about exactly that. The options, the reasons to pick one over another - hopefully it's all there - if not - ask a question :)

And if you need a consultant to help sort out your pipeline or advise on any of this you're most welcome to contact me.