Finding the Best Linux Distro for Your Organization

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CentOS Stream

You can learn about CentOS Stream in depth in this webinar. But to summarize, CentOS Stream became the upstream project on which RHEL releases are based. It takes the distro from Fedora to RHEL, the same source code Red Hat uses to produce the next version of RHEL.

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openSUSE Tumbleweed

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Arch Linux

Arch Linux is a lightweight and highly customizable Linux distro that emphasizes simplicity, minimalism, and a "do-it-yourself" approach. It is designed for experienced users who want to build a tailored and efficient operating system environment according to their specific needs. Arch Linux rolling-release model provides continuous updates to the latest software packages and features without the need for major version upgrades. Arch Linux is popular among enthusiasts, power users, developers, and those who enjoy learning about and fine-tuning their Linux system.

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Based on the open source Ubuntu community, Canonical provides commercial support and services for Ubuntu Enterprise deployments. Ubuntu Enterprise is known for its ease of use, regular updates, and compatibility with cloud environments. Commercial versions include Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu for IoT, and Ubuntu Cloud -- all optimized versions for their corresponding environments. Ubuntu attracts front-end developers with easy-to-use features and a slew of programming resources, including AI libraries.

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Fedora

Fedora is a popular, community-driven Linux distro known for its emphasis on new features and technologies, open source collaboration, and strong ties to the upstream software development communities (RHEL). It aims to provide a platform for both desktop and server users, offering the latest software while maintaining a balance between innovation and stability. Fedora users appreciate staying on the forefront of technology, contributing to open source projects, and experimenting with the latest software innovations.

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CentOS

With CentOS 6 and 8 already EOL, CentOS 7 will still be community-supported through June 30, 2024. OpenLogic will support it well past that point, extending long-term support post EOL until 2029. For many businesses, this will be the lowest-risk option for the moment, giving them plenty of time to consider their go-forward Linux distro strategies. Migration and decommission environments take time with a lot of planning and testing. Having a post EOL LTS option that provides patches for high-severity vulnerabilities reduces risk and meets IT compliance for internal or external regulation. OpenLogic CentOS LTS is already available for CentOS versions 6 and 8.

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Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux is a community-driven, enterprise-grade Linux distro designed to serve as a free and open alternative to CentOS Linux. It was created in response to the EOL announcement for CentOS. With a promise of bug-for-bug compatible to RHEL, Rocky Linux aims to provide a stable, reliable, and compatible platform for organizations and users who were previously relying on CentOS for their server infrastructure.

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AlmaLinux

AlmaLinux is a community-driven, open source Linux distro created as a direct alternative to CentOS Linux. Like Rocky Linux, it was created in response to the EOL announcement for CentOS and community move to CentOS Stream. AlmaLinux aims to provide a reliable – it's not bug-for-bug compatible, rather application binary-compatible distro – enabling it to make applications run on AlmaLinux as seamlessly as in RHEL.

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Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux is packaged and freely distributed by Oracle, it is compiled from RHEL source code, replacing Red Hat branding with Oracle’s name. It has been built for years, and, like CentOS is a binary-compatible rebuild of RHEL’s RPMs. Oracle Linux is particularly tested and optimized to work well with Oracle's software offerings, making it a suitable choice for running Oracle databases and other application workloads.

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Alpine Linux

Alpine Linux is a security-oriented lightweight Linux distro designed for resource efficiency and containerization. It is known for its small footprint, speed, and focus on security measures. Alpine Linux is often used in scenarios where size and security are critical, such as in containers, IoT devices, and embedded systems. Alpine Linux is particularly suitable for scenarios where fast boot times, small memory usage, and strong security are required.

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Debian

Debian has a Testing branch, similar to a beta version, it is an intermediary stage between Debian's unstable and stable branches. The Testing branch is intended for users who want a balance between access to newer software and a relatively stable system. Debian Testing gets new features and fixes before the stable Debian release, allowing users who are comfortable troubleshooting potential issues that might arise to do so.

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openSUSE

OpenSUSE Leap is the regular release edition of the open source OpenSUSE Linux distro. It combines the stability of a fixed-release model with the availability of up-to-date software packages. It aims to provide a reliable and user-friendly operating system for both desktop and server environments. OpenSUSE is generally considered to be stable for production use, and those familiar with the SLES, SUSE, and Slackware ecosystem will feel comfortable in this environment. OpenSUSE focuses on deployment simplicity, user-friendly toolchain, and cloud-readiness.

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Ubuntu

Based on the open source Ubuntu community, Canonical provides commercial support and services for Ubuntu Enterprise deployments. Ubuntu Enterprise is known for its ease of use, regular updates, and compatibility with cloud environments. Commercial versions include Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu for IoT, and Ubuntu Cloud -- all optimized versions for their corresponding environments. Ubuntu attracts front-end developers with easy-to-use features and a slew of programming resources, including AI libraries.

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Linux Mint

Debian is known for its commitment to open source principles, stability, and extensive package management system. It serves as the foundation for various other Linux distros such as Ubuntu and Linux Mint. Debian is widely used in both desktop and server environments.

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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

If you prefer the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server ecosystem, the OpenSUSE community also offers a rolling release Linux in the form of Tumbleweed. Just as in CentOS Stream, bug fixes and security patches come earlier than in the comparative OpenSUSE Leap regular-release distro. Tumbleweed also benefits from a large open source OpenSUSE community and its strong support for a wide range of desktop environments, software libraries, and tools. Tumbleweed is suitable for users who want a balance between having access to the latest software and maintaining a stable and well-tested system.

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux

In the latest news, Red Hat’s recent move to restrict access to the source code of their Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) distribution has sparked significant attention. RHEL-compatible, alternative open source projects such as Rocky Linux and AlmaLinux were affected, and companies such as Oracle have voiced their perspectives and declared their commitment to maintaining their own CentOS/RHEL-compatible alternative. SUSE has also announced its intention to invest in a new RHEL fork.

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Based on the open source Ubuntu community, Canonical provides commercial support and services for Ubuntu Enterprise deployments. Ubuntu Enterprise is known for its ease of use, regular updates, and compatibility with cloud environments. Commercial versions include Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu for IoT, and Ubuntu Cloud -- all optimized versions for their corresponding environments. Ubuntu attracts front-end developers with easy-to-use features and a slew of programming resources, including AI libraries.

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Amazon Linux AMI

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