Oracle Linux is a Linux distribution known for its strong kernel security, which helps ensure the kernel remains resilient against various threats. It provides regular security updates to maintain a secure environment for applications and server operations. Its compatibility with Oracle databases enhances performance and integration. Additionally, as a Linux-based OS, it supports automation through scripting, which aids in managing routine tasks effectively. Overall, Oracle Linux is recognized for its stability and reliability. Oracle is highly focused on security features and regularly performs necessary tests on its Linux version. If any vulnerabilities are identified, Oracle promptly releases patches. This proactive approach helps ensure that applications running on Oracle Linux are securely maintained and protected. Oracle is a great product if you have money. I would suggest exploring other open-source options to better manage costs, unless you have specific compliance requirements or other constraints that necessitate using Oracle Linux. In most cases, open-source solutions can be more cost-effective. However, if budget is not a concern, you might consider sticking with Oracle Linux for its robust features. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
If you were to buy Oracle Data Vault or something similar, it includes a firewall. Securing the DPU with Oracle Data Vault is great, but it costs a fortune. In data center operations, we use distributors. As far as I know, it's distributed across sixteen sites. Besides Oracle Linux, we have other solutions such as Oracle Forms, Reports, and EDS. I would advise knowing the number of calls and CPUs required for each application and their allocation. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
If you're seeking a stable and reliable enterprise distribution, it is an excellent choice. It stands out with its stability and a team of skilled engineers within the company. It's a strong distribution worth considering for a dependable and efficient workhorse in an enterprise environment. Overall, I would rate it seven out of ten.
We are using synchronous I/O and ASM storage. We are not using any other features. Before bringing in improvements, we want to evaluate RHEL and OEL for better integration of the platforms and the virtual machines we are deploying. We are checking the compatibility of RHEL and OEL with our existing infrastructure. We want the product to support the database, have more compatibility, and give fewer issues during peak workloads. These are the things we are looking for. We are mainly concerned about library support, security patching, and technical support from the vendor. I am an end user. I am not aware of the deployment process. The operating system will be deployed as per our specifications, and it will be given to us. We perform the database installation on it. We do not have much interaction with the development team. We only interact with the team when it needs to create a new database or a user inside it. I recommend the solution to others. Most of the Oracle tools were developed on Oracle Enterprise Linux. Compatibility and support-wise, everything will be under a single umbrella. We do not have to find another vendor. We have an unlimited license for Database. I do not know the terms. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I have always known that Linux is the real deal. I advise others to use Oracle Linux for a server or an enterprise where they have to host a service. The variations of Linux, like AIX, are complicated in implementation and maintenance. Oracle Linux is more accessible in that part. I rate the solution as an eight.
It is important to work with a vendor who will sell you the correct product for your environment rather than just try to make the most money off of you. Study the solution and learn how to install it correctly and use it in the best ways. Follow best practices from Oracle and get some training in the operational system. The solution comes with a lot of features and options that you can use for free. It is reliable and you can even use an old version with no issues. It is not the most user friendly, but you can learn it with a bit of study. Overall, the solution beats other operational systems by a large margin. The solution is rated a nine out of ten.
Regional Head AND Director Product Development at Neptune Software Group
Vendor
2022-07-31T13:15:35Z
Jul 31, 2022
I rate Oracle Linux eight out of 10. On the surface, there isn't much difference between SUSE Linux and Oracle Linux, but Oracle's kernel is a little more powerful, and the operating system performs better when you are running their products. My advice to new users is to explore enterprise deployments on top of Oracle Linux that will give you the best result.
Sr. Systems Analyst at a maritime company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
2022-03-30T14:18:04Z
Mar 30, 2022
I would recommend any Linux product. However, I would prefer Ubuntu Linux because Oracle costs too much. I would rate Oracle Linux at eight on a scale from one to ten.
I would advise others that are interested in implementing this solution to try it out. However, they need to know what they are doing first because if you don't know the solution well, you will not be able to implement it properly, and that will not yield correct results. I rate Oracle Linux an eight out of ten.
Sr. Manager - Tech Ops at a media company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
2022-01-31T22:56:07Z
Jan 31, 2022
Oracle Linux is very good. Oracle has put a good amount of effort into enhancing it from generic, plain Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Oracle's purposes. The support is good, it is all we asked for. I rate Oracle Linux a nine out of ten.
Manager, IT at a renewables & environment company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Real User
2021-12-06T23:17:58Z
Dec 6, 2021
I'm just an Oracle customer and an end-user. For those considering the solution, I would say, if you're familiar with Red Hat, there's very little change and the users should just go for it. As far as dependability and ease of use go, I would rate the solution at an eight out of ten.
Interim IT Manager at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
2021-11-15T20:49:42Z
Nov 15, 2021
There are 600 users making use of the solution in our organization. I would certainly recommend the solution to others. I rate Oracle Linux as an eight out of ten.
IT Manager at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
2021-11-12T15:27:41Z
Nov 12, 2021
I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten. The product has been very reliable for me over the years. It has good capabilities. Would recommend the solution to other users and organizations.
Sr. System and Storage Administrator at a government with 51-200 employees
Real User
2021-04-27T13:14:00Z
Apr 27, 2021
We're using the latest version of the solution at this time. I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We're quite happy with the capabilities of the solution so far. It works as expected and does what we need it to do. I would recommend the solution to other users and organizations.
I would rate Oracle Linux an eight out of 10. Linux Enterprise is used in our customer's data center. The users may use a lot of server resources, so we recommend they buy a license. Sometimes they need to buy hundreds of server licenses, so the price consideration is important as the licensing is expensive. Our customers tend to use other editions such as CentOS, and other free editions. However, the free editions are not stable. Indeed, the free version provided by Oracle is not stable.
Master Consultant - RedHat & Oracle Cloud, Virtualization , Automation at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Consultant
2020-11-04T06:43:37Z
Nov 4, 2020
We're a partner and reseller of Oracle. I would recommend the solution, especially for the organizations that could be interested in zero downtime patch-ins. That is what the Oracle Linux case flies provide. I don't think the same feature are available in RHEL. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.
If you're interested in Oracle Linux, make sure you know the infrastructure of where it's going inside and out. You have to have a clear idea of where exactly your organization is heading in the future, whether private cloud or public cloud. These decisions are not made in seconds, minutes, or even days or weeks. But you have to have a clear idea. For example, if a company wants to use Oracle Linux and they think after two or three years they might be in a hybrid cloud, or maybe a public cloud, they had to make sure they aren't too dependent on the operating system. Whatever software packages they are using should be very compatible with the existing infrastructure like a hybrid or a public cloud. Picture two containers that are very much independent: you can implement Containerization in Oracle Linux and the same containers can and will work well in both a private cloud or a public cloud infrastructure. On a scale from one to ten, I would give Oracle Linux a rating of eight. Because nothing is perfect, I wouldn't give any operating system or any other software packages a rating of 10. They have bugs sometimes. For some extra points, they should keep aligned with the ope-source community. Oracle is very loyal to their own customers. If a client is experiencing an issue, they will work with them until it is fully resolved. But what about the open-source community? I think they should also pay more attention to the open-source community.
I am the Oracle practice CTO. I work for Fujitsu. We cover all the aspects of IT, for enterprise, for infrastructure, through to applications and managed services. I work for the Business Applications Services, we cover anything around enterprise solutions, enterprise architecture, anything that will aid them in their business process. In my role at Fujitsu I oversee all of the Oracle architects, so any solution owners from infrastructure to applications, and all the bits in between. All architects and solution owners report to me. In the context of, if you're wanting to use the Oracle workloads, absolutely, this is the way you need to go. For non-Oracle workloads, again, no problems with that at all. From Fujitsu's point of view, and where it sits on our Intel platform, this is a no-brainer. We specifically built it with Oracle in mind. Therefore, using Oracle VM and Oracle Linux was the way forward. If that's the way you're going, if you're looking to use Oracle applications, Oracle Databases, I would definitely recommend using the OVM and Oracle Linux. It performs perfectly for what we require it to do. There are, obviously, certain issues that have been highlighted in the next version. That's not the product itself, that's just the usability of it. We would rate the Oracle OVM, the Oracle Linux, eight to nine out of 10.
Oracle Linux is a stable, reliable, and scalable operating system primarily used for deploying and running Oracle databases. It is also suitable for various other functions, including managing operating systems and web servers, supporting traffic surveillance, and identity management.
Oracle Linux is highly valued for its stability, reliability, scalability, good technical support, and ease of use. It has helped organizations to achieve faster DNS queries, stable development...
Oracle Linux is a Linux distribution known for its strong kernel security, which helps ensure the kernel remains resilient against various threats. It provides regular security updates to maintain a secure environment for applications and server operations. Its compatibility with Oracle databases enhances performance and integration. Additionally, as a Linux-based OS, it supports automation through scripting, which aids in managing routine tasks effectively. Overall, Oracle Linux is recognized for its stability and reliability. Oracle is highly focused on security features and regularly performs necessary tests on its Linux version. If any vulnerabilities are identified, Oracle promptly releases patches. This proactive approach helps ensure that applications running on Oracle Linux are securely maintained and protected. Oracle is a great product if you have money. I would suggest exploring other open-source options to better manage costs, unless you have specific compliance requirements or other constraints that necessitate using Oracle Linux. In most cases, open-source solutions can be more cost-effective. However, if budget is not a concern, you might consider sticking with Oracle Linux for its robust features. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
I recommend the solution because it is one of the most stable systems. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
If you were to buy Oracle Data Vault or something similar, it includes a firewall. Securing the DPU with Oracle Data Vault is great, but it costs a fortune. In data center operations, we use distributors. As far as I know, it's distributed across sixteen sites. Besides Oracle Linux, we have other solutions such as Oracle Forms, Reports, and EDS. I would advise knowing the number of calls and CPUs required for each application and their allocation. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
If you're seeking a stable and reliable enterprise distribution, it is an excellent choice. It stands out with its stability and a team of skilled engineers within the company. It's a strong distribution worth considering for a dependable and efficient workhorse in an enterprise environment. Overall, I would rate it seven out of ten.
We are using synchronous I/O and ASM storage. We are not using any other features. Before bringing in improvements, we want to evaluate RHEL and OEL for better integration of the platforms and the virtual machines we are deploying. We are checking the compatibility of RHEL and OEL with our existing infrastructure. We want the product to support the database, have more compatibility, and give fewer issues during peak workloads. These are the things we are looking for. We are mainly concerned about library support, security patching, and technical support from the vendor. I am an end user. I am not aware of the deployment process. The operating system will be deployed as per our specifications, and it will be given to us. We perform the database installation on it. We do not have much interaction with the development team. We only interact with the team when it needs to create a new database or a user inside it. I recommend the solution to others. Most of the Oracle tools were developed on Oracle Enterprise Linux. Compatibility and support-wise, everything will be under a single umbrella. We do not have to find another vendor. We have an unlimited license for Database. I do not know the terms. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I would rate the solution a ten out of ten.
I would definitely recommend using the solution. Overall, I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
It is challenging to work with Oracle Linux, but it is a stable and secure solution. I recommend it to others and rate it as an eight.
I have always known that Linux is the real deal. I advise others to use Oracle Linux for a server or an enterprise where they have to host a service. The variations of Linux, like AIX, are complicated in implementation and maintenance. Oracle Linux is more accessible in that part. I rate the solution as an eight.
I would recommend this solution to others. I am Oracle Linux a nine out of ten.
It is important to work with a vendor who will sell you the correct product for your environment rather than just try to make the most money off of you. Study the solution and learn how to install it correctly and use it in the best ways. Follow best practices from Oracle and get some training in the operational system. The solution comes with a lot of features and options that you can use for free. It is reliable and you can even use an old version with no issues. It is not the most user friendly, but you can learn it with a bit of study. Overall, the solution beats other operational systems by a large margin. The solution is rated a nine out of ten.
I give the solution an eight out of ten. The solution required over ten administrators to deploy. I recommend the solution to others.
I rate this solution a nine out of ten, and I would recommend this solution to others.
I rate Oracle Linux eight out of 10. On the surface, there isn't much difference between SUSE Linux and Oracle Linux, but Oracle's kernel is a little more powerful, and the operating system performs better when you are running their products. My advice to new users is to explore enterprise deployments on top of Oracle Linux that will give you the best result.
I rate this solution a seven out of ten because there can be improvements to the documentation capabilities and the communities around them.
I rate Oracle Linux an eight out of ten.
I would recommend any Linux product. However, I would prefer Ubuntu Linux because Oracle costs too much. I would rate Oracle Linux at eight on a scale from one to ten.
I would advise others that are interested in implementing this solution to try it out. However, they need to know what they are doing first because if you don't know the solution well, you will not be able to implement it properly, and that will not yield correct results. I rate Oracle Linux an eight out of ten.
Oracle Linux is very good. Oracle has put a good amount of effort into enhancing it from generic, plain Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Oracle's purposes. The support is good, it is all we asked for. I rate Oracle Linux a nine out of ten.
I would give this product a rating of ten out of ten.
This is a good solution for implementation. I would rate this solution as ten out of ten.
I'm just an Oracle customer and an end-user. For those considering the solution, I would say, if you're familiar with Red Hat, there's very little change and the users should just go for it. As far as dependability and ease of use go, I would rate the solution at an eight out of ten.
There are 600 users making use of the solution in our organization. I would certainly recommend the solution to others. I rate Oracle Linux as an eight out of ten.
I'd rate the solution at a nine out of ten. The product has been very reliable for me over the years. It has good capabilities. Would recommend the solution to other users and organizations.
I rate Oracle Linux a nine out of ten.
I would recommend this solution to others. I rate Oracle Linux a seven out of ten.
I would recommend this solution. I rate Oracle Linux an eight out of ten.
I recommend this solution to others. I rate Oracle Linuxan eight out of ten.
We're using the latest version of the solution at this time. I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We're quite happy with the capabilities of the solution so far. It works as expected and does what we need it to do. I would recommend the solution to other users and organizations.
Oracle Linux is a product that I recommend. I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.
I would rate Oracle Linux an eight out of 10. Linux Enterprise is used in our customer's data center. The users may use a lot of server resources, so we recommend they buy a license. Sometimes they need to buy hundreds of server licenses, so the price consideration is important as the licensing is expensive. Our customers tend to use other editions such as CentOS, and other free editions. However, the free editions are not stable. Indeed, the free version provided by Oracle is not stable.
I rate Oracle Linux an eight out of ten.
We're a partner and reseller of Oracle. I would recommend the solution, especially for the organizations that could be interested in zero downtime patch-ins. That is what the Oracle Linux case flies provide. I don't think the same feature are available in RHEL. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.
If you're interested in Oracle Linux, make sure you know the infrastructure of where it's going inside and out. You have to have a clear idea of where exactly your organization is heading in the future, whether private cloud or public cloud. These decisions are not made in seconds, minutes, or even days or weeks. But you have to have a clear idea. For example, if a company wants to use Oracle Linux and they think after two or three years they might be in a hybrid cloud, or maybe a public cloud, they had to make sure they aren't too dependent on the operating system. Whatever software packages they are using should be very compatible with the existing infrastructure like a hybrid or a public cloud. Picture two containers that are very much independent: you can implement Containerization in Oracle Linux and the same containers can and will work well in both a private cloud or a public cloud infrastructure. On a scale from one to ten, I would give Oracle Linux a rating of eight. Because nothing is perfect, I wouldn't give any operating system or any other software packages a rating of 10. They have bugs sometimes. For some extra points, they should keep aligned with the ope-source community. Oracle is very loyal to their own customers. If a client is experiencing an issue, they will work with them until it is fully resolved. But what about the open-source community? I think they should also pay more attention to the open-source community.
Most important criteria when selecting a vendor: We look at the characteristics of the vendor, then see if they suit us.
I am the Oracle practice CTO. I work for Fujitsu. We cover all the aspects of IT, for enterprise, for infrastructure, through to applications and managed services. I work for the Business Applications Services, we cover anything around enterprise solutions, enterprise architecture, anything that will aid them in their business process. In my role at Fujitsu I oversee all of the Oracle architects, so any solution owners from infrastructure to applications, and all the bits in between. All architects and solution owners report to me. In the context of, if you're wanting to use the Oracle workloads, absolutely, this is the way you need to go. For non-Oracle workloads, again, no problems with that at all. From Fujitsu's point of view, and where it sits on our Intel platform, this is a no-brainer. We specifically built it with Oracle in mind. Therefore, using Oracle VM and Oracle Linux was the way forward. If that's the way you're going, if you're looking to use Oracle applications, Oracle Databases, I would definitely recommend using the OVM and Oracle Linux. It performs perfectly for what we require it to do. There are, obviously, certain issues that have been highlighted in the next version. That's not the product itself, that's just the usability of it. We would rate the Oracle OVM, the Oracle Linux, eight to nine out of 10.