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Rocky Linux 10.0

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Rocky Linux 10.0

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Rocky Linux is a Secure, production-ready, enterprise-grade OS, optimized for seamless deployment.

Rocky Linux 10

Rocky Linux is a production-ready, enterprise-grade operating system, preinstalled and ready to deploy on Azure Virtual Machines.

At its heart, Rocky Linux is a project built by the community, for the community. Its development is entirely open and transparent, fostering an environment where anyone can contribute and make a tangible impact. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a meticulous documentarian, a language expert, or have skills in web development, infrastructure, security, or quality assurance, there are abundant opportunities to get involved.

From enhancing documentation and translations to participating in testing, release engineering, and infrastructure management, your expertise can help shape the future of Rocky Linux. Join a vibrant and collaborative global community dedicated to delivering a high-quality, enterprise-grade operating system.

Rocky Linux 10 – Highlights

Modern Architecture Support: - Drops older x86-64-v2 CPUs; supports latest x86-64-v3, RISC-V, ARM64, POWER9, and IBM z14.

-Installer Upgrades: - Root disabled by default, RDP replaces VNC for remote install access, simpler UI with fewer options during setup.

Updated Kernel: - Linux 6.12 with improved scheduling and security; deprecated features disabled by default.

Networking Overhaul: -NetworkManager replaces legacy scripts; Kea DHCP replaces ISC DHCP; bonding replaces NIC teaming.

Storage Changes: - No GFS2 support; enhanced LUKS2 encryption support with cryptsetup 2.7.

Stronger Security: - Post-Quantum Cryptography, stricter SSH key permissions, and updated SELinux policies.

Virtualization & Containers: - Modular libvirtd daemon, Cockpit replaces Virtual Machine Manager; Podman 5 uses crun and supports cgroups v2.

Software Management: - RPM 4.19 with new sorting; DNF omits filelist metadata; modularity phased out.

Desktop Refresh: - Wayland replaces X.Org; key apps replaced or removed, with Flatpak alternatives available.

Infrastructure Updates: - Redis replaced by Valkey1; Sendmail deprecated in favor of Postfix.

Latest Languages & Servers: - Python 3.12, PHP 8.3, Apache 2.4.63, MariaDB 10.11, PostgreSQL 16.8, and more.

Enhanced Web Console: - Cockpit adds file manager, text editor, and Stratis storage limits; multi-host management disabled for security.

Disclaimer – This VM contains free, open-source software. Trademarks are for identification only and don’t imply endorsement.

Rocky Linux® is the registered trademark of the Rocky Enterprise Software Foundation in the U.S. and other countries.