Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a Linux distribution developed by Red Hat for the commercial market. It is widely used in enterprise environments due to its stability, security, and support for various hardware architectures.
Stability and Reliability: RHEL is known for its long lifecycle, typically providing 10 years of support (with extended support options). This makes it suitable for production environments where stability is crucial.
Security: RHEL includes various security features such as SELinux (Security-Enhanced Linux), which provides enhanced security policies, and tools for compliance with industry standards.
Package Management: RHEL uses the RPM (Red Hat Package Manager) and YUM (Yellowdog Updater, Modified) for package management, allowing users to install, update, and manage software packages easily.
Support and Documentation: Red Hat provides extensive support services, including access to knowledge bases, forums, and direct support for subscribed customers.
Virtualization: RHEL supports various virtualization technologies, including KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) and Red Hat Virtualization (RHV), allowing users to create and manage virtual machines.
Development Tools: RHEL includes various development tools and libraries, making it suitable for software development and deployment.
Container Support: With the rise of containerization, RHEL offers support for Docker and Kubernetes, allowing users to build and deploy containerized applications.
Open Source: While RHEL is a commercial product, it is built on open-source software, and many components are freely available in the community-supported CentOS or Fedora distributions.
Cloud Integration: RHEL is optimized for use in cloud environments and integrates with various cloud service providers, allowing for seamless deployment and management of applications in the cloud.
Subscription Model: RHEL operates on a subscription model, which provides access to software updates, patches, and technical support.
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