VM based on Basic Debian 12: Lightweight, Secure, and Reliable

Deploy a minimal Debian 12 “Bookworm” VM — optimized for stability, performance, and modern cloud workloads.

This image provides a clean installation of Debian 12, configured by Art Group for quick deployment on Azure. Known for its security, stability, and flexibility, Debian offers one of the most trusted open-source Linux® foundations.

Designed for developers, system administrators, and IT professionals, this VM is perfect for building custom applications, running open-source stacks, or testing environments with minimal overhead. Debian 12’s long-term support ensures reliability, security patches, and compatibility for modern workloads.

With a streamlined setup, low resource footprint, and hardened configuration, this solution provides an ideal starting point for scalable cloud deployments.

Feature	Debian 12	Debian 11
Kernel	Updated LTS kernel with enhanced hardware support	Previous-generation kernel, limited hardware optimizations
Security	Stronger cryptography, frequent patches	Good security, fewer modern algorithms
Performance	Optimized for cloud workloads, faster boot times	Stable but slower initialization
Package Ecosystem	Latest software packages and libraries	Older package set

This VM is ideal for lightweight, secure, and flexible deployments — from development and CI/CD pipelines to production-ready services.

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Disclaimer: This offering leverages open-source components and is fully compliant with Azure Hybrid Benefit. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Debian® is a registered trademark of Software in the Public Interest, Inc. Art Group does not provide commercial licenses; many products are available as free, demo, or open-source versions.

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VM based on Basic Debian 12
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