Oracle Linux Reviews

My main use cases for Oracle Linux are ERP. I am using Oracle Linux for ERP purposes.

I find everything useful in this tool, as we are currently using Finance, Material Management, and Supply Chain. All of these features are beneficial.

Oracle Linux can be improved by making it more user-friendly.

The interface and some features need improvement. The interface is very important. Sometimes, there is a very lengthy process to generate a single report. The customization also needs development.

There should be more customization allowed for the system. There are some limitations as we cannot customize the system according to our needs. We have to use the standard features which are not always suitable for our business. Despite these limitations, we continue to use it.

I have been working with Oracle Linux for the last four to five years.

I consider Oracle Linux to be stable software. It is stable, proactive, and secure.

The biggest advantage and benefit of Oracle Linux is its stability, proactivity, and security.

Regarding scalability, I would rate Oracle Linux between five to six.

Regarding technical support and customer support, I have contacted them and would rate it 8 out of 10.

It is not critical to set up Oracle Linux.

When considering the value for money with Oracle Linux, I believe there is definite value.

I have no experience with Oracle APEX or with Oracle ODI, but we are planning to move from Oracle EBS to Fusion.

I am not using the DTrace comprehensive dynamic tracing framework.

I am interested in taking an exam or getting certification from Oracle.

On a scale of 1-10, I rate Oracle Linux a 7.

Oracle Linux serves as a cost-effective alternative to RHEL for my organization. My main use case is that Oracle Linux is freeware for RHEL, and where RHEL is required, we use Oracle Linux.

For our product-based company, we use load testing tools that require generators. All generators have RHEL-based VMs, so we use Oracle Linux because it is freeware, whereas RHEL is subscription-based and requires a number of subscriptions. We use it for testing purposes and in the production environment, where we spin up more than 50 VMs and sometimes require 100 VMs, making it significantly more cost-effective.

Oracle Linux offers the best features because it is designed for enterprise edition and is freeware, which means it does not require any subscription, making it highly cost-effective.

The cost savings from using Oracle Linux have positively impacted my projects. As I mentioned, in a product-based company that requires multiple servers to generate load, purchasing RHEL subscriptions would cost considerably more. Using Oracle Linux has saved us substantial money since it does not require any subscription.

Oracle Linux has positively impacted my organization by making processes easier and helping reduce costs.

From a cost perspective, if I generate a load on 100 VMs, I would need 100 subscriptions for RHEL. Instead, we are using Oracle Linux, which is free. For stability, I am not facing any issues while using Oracle Linux.

Oracle Linux can be improved by making it more similar to RHEL. However, I do not have any specific suggestions for improvements.

I have been working in my current field for over six years. I have been using Oracle Linux for over five years.

The performance and stability of Oracle Linux are good, and I am not facing any issues while using it. Oracle Linux is stable.

We use Oracle Linux for auto-scaling, and it works efficiently.

There is no customer support for Oracle. I have not interacted with customer service.

Before using Oracle Linux, I used CentOS, which is also freeware for the RHEL family. When I use Oracle Linux, it is much smoother than CentOS.

I have seen a return on investment with Oracle Linux through money saved.

Before choosing Oracle Linux, I evaluated CentOS. I found Oracle Linux is better than CentOS.

If others require RHEL or RHEL family Linux, they should use Oracle Linux as it is truly useful and more similar to RHEL. I would rate this product nine out of ten.

Hybrid Cloud

Other

Our primary use case for Oracle Linux is that we are using it on Oracle Cloud. Our ERP is on Oracle Cloud as well. We downloaded a PDF to compare Oracle Linux with Ubuntu Linux for a vendor request on a project.

Our objective was to move from on-prem infrastructure to cloud infrastructure. By selecting Oracle Linux instead of Windows or Red Hat, we reduced costs significantly since Oracle Linux is free. 

Additionally, having Oracle application and operating system from the same vendor makes things easier and provides a single point of contact for resolution.

First of all, the cost is a significant advantage of Oracle Linux. The platform is stable, and there is no risk of viruses, unlike the Microsoft platform. We moved from Windows platform to Oracle Linux because it is free, leading to a reduction in costs. 

Also, since it's from the same vendor as Oracle applications, it's easier to manage issues, making not just the solution cost-effective but also streamlined in management.

The user interface for Oracle Linux could use improvement. Coming from a Windows environment, switching back to command-line interface is time-consuming. Having a user interface would make tasks easier, saving time by avoiding the need to remember command-line instructions.

We have been using Oracle Linux for more than a year now, and it has been stable without issues in our production database and application.

Oracle Linux is stable. I would rate its stability as eight or nine out of ten.

The technical support for Oracle Linux is just okay. It is not as helpful or friendly as their application support. The response is not as useful, and it could be improved.

Neutral

We were previously on Windows platform, and we moved to Oracle Linux since it is free and reduces costs.

I am unable to answer how the initial setup was as it was done by our implementation partner. They handled all the initial setup before handing it over to us.

Our implementation partner created all the virtual machines and handled the initial setup and migration project.

Oracle Linux contributed to reducing our operational costs by about ten percent by saving us from the operating system and license costs we would have had to pay Microsoft.

The cost of Microsoft OS is pretty high, and switching to Oracle Linux, which is free, reduced our costs by about 20% to 25%. For about ten servers, this was a significant saving.

The core engine of Oracle Linux is based on Red Hat, making it a stable solution quickly. It is relatively better for enterprise customers rather than individual users.

Oracle Linux is stable and cost-effective. I would rate the overall solution as eight out of ten. 

With improvements in support and user interface, Oracle Linux should continue to improve. I would recommend it depending on cost factors and enterprise suitability.

Public Cloud

Other

My main use case for Oracle Linux is to provision a VM and run applications or services.

A specific example of an application I run on Oracle Linux is revenue assurance and fraud management systems. Oracle Linux serves as the OS, while the application sits on the OS. We make use of some of the Linux packages that are residing on Oracle Linux to work with the application or the service. Oracle Linux also provides us with NFS and CIFS because we needed to have a central storage.

The best features Oracle Linux offers include being a Linux system designed for enterprise environments, and it is based off of Red Hat Linux, which makes it much more stable and also improves security.

The features of Oracle Linux have helped my organization because we have noticed fewer security incidents since it is a downstream of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. We get updates regularly, and we run our updates regularly, which leads to much fewer security incidents. Because it is a Linux system, we are able to get better uptime with our security patches.

Oracle Linux has positively impacted my organization by making it easier to manage and also being much cheaper than Red Hat because you do not have to pay for subscription licenses, leading to improvements and cost savings.

I wish Oracle Linux could improve its OVM because I want it to run HCI solutions where I can aggregate my local disks using technology such as vSAN, especially since Red Hat has discontinued RHEV for OpenShift.

I have been using Oracle Linux for eight years.

Oracle Linux is stable in my experience, as it is a downstream for Red Hat, making it much more stable and secure.

Oracle Linux's scalability is good because it can handle growth, as we use it in our services, and one of the services has grown from 20 to 30 servers.

My experience with customer support for Oracle Linux has been acceptable; I have had one or two opportunities to reach out to them, and the experience has not been bad.

I rate the customer support for Oracle Linux a six out of ten.

Positive

In addition to Oracle Linux, I also use Red Hat, Ubuntu, and Debian, so I have not stopped using other solutions.

I do not have any numbers or examples regarding a return on investment to share because I do not conduct any tests to be able to decide this, but I know for a fact that I do not have to pay for subscription or licensing, and because it is Red Hat-based, most people know how to use it.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Oracle Linux has been very positive because when it comes to licensing and the likes, as I said, it is a downstream of Red Hat, so you do not have to pay much for licensing or subscription. The only thing you have to pay for is support.

I did not evaluate any other option before choosing Oracle Linux; I just went for it.

I do not manage the system, but I manage the OS, so that is what I can provide.

The cost savings from using Oracle Linux come from the fact that since it is a downstream of Red Hat, you do not have to pay for subscription, while you enjoy most of the benefits of Red Hat, so we use it.

I would advise others looking into using Oracle Linux to try it, and if they are comfortable with it, then they can go ahead.

I gave this review an overall rating of seven out of ten.

On-premises

Other

My main use case for Oracle Linux at Deep System is that we are using it for big data.

In my main use case for Oracle Linux, it's based on Red Hat, and it's secure, reliable, and open source.

In my experience, the best features Oracle Linux offers include its unbreakable kernel system and security, along with reliability and stability.

The unbreakable kernel and the security features stand out for me because, in big data, anyone from outside cannot break my kernel, and we have a lot of inbuilt security, which has helped me with different things.

Oracle Linux provides many more features that I need to consider further.

Oracle Linux has positively impacted my organization because of its numerous features. It's a stable version that I use in an inter-cloud network, so I don't need to regularly update anything, and I don't need to expose my OS to the outside world, making this very positive.

Documentation for Oracle Linux is okay, and while user experience is good enough, it sometimes lags, so they can improve some areas there.

Oracle Linux has many features, but it is sometimes heavy, and the response from my Oracle Linux is a little bit laggy. This may be because my kernel is lower at 5.14, which is why it's not so fast and sometimes creates lag or has a longer response time.

I have been using Oracle Linux from the beginning of my job, which has been before 2024.

In my experience, Oracle Linux is approximately 95% stable.

Oracle Linux's scalability is designed for big data, so it may be scalable, but it takes a lot of resources and has many big data issues.

I actually don't need customer support for Oracle Linux at this time, but if I needed it, I would ask and share that experience.

Neutral

From the first day, we have been using Oracle Linux, but before that, we were using AlmaLinux for our cPanel hosting and CentOS for other uses. We are not using CentOS anymore because it is not updated.

Having used Oracle Linux, I can say money is saved because our server is working efficiently, and time is saved due to many inbuilt tools that help us since we are in the cloud network.

In terms of outcomes or benefits I've seen over the last year, we have more than 30 servers, and we only need to reboot one server while all other servers continue working fine, resulting in very low downtime, which is very helpful.

Before choosing Oracle Linux, I evaluated options such as AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux.

My advice for others looking into using Oracle Linux is that it's good for Oracle Database, and it has its own open-source model along with a few things that are different from others. I rate Oracle Linux 8 out of 10.

Private Cloud

Other

Our clients are using Oracle Linux for core banking deployment and enterprise application deployment.

The solution works closely with the operating system kernel, which gives better performance in terms of multi-threading and a distributed database. We work based on Oracle specifications, and whenever there are critical patches and vulnerability tests, we update with the latest security patches. The collaboration with Oracle WebLogic and other Oracle tools enhances performance as well.

At this stage, we are uncertain about specific areas for improvement. There is support in place by Oracle, which is appreciated. AI could potentially optimize computing resources in the infrastructure side, especially in a multi-tier enterprise architecture.

We have been using Oracle Linux for more than five years.

The deployment of Oracle Linux is easy.

Oracle Linux is definitely stable. We are using it in a production environment.

We have not seen any scalability issues as we are running a considerable volume.

Customer service is good, but sometimes there are delays due to the criticality of the ticket.

Neutral

Previously, we were using other operating systems like Red Hat and SUSE Linux. We switched because we are using tightly coupled Oracle products, and Oracle Linux gives better performance.

It is easy to deploy.

The solution provides the best return on investment. It saves more than forty percent of resources.

Oracle Linux is affordable because it is open-source. However, if critical support is needed, payment is required.

We previously evaluated Red Hat and SUSE Linux.

Our overall experience with Oracle Linux is very positive. I would rate it a nine out of ten. While support can sometimes be delayed due to ticket complexities, Oracle Linux could benefit from new computing resource optimizations, possibly involving AI.

On-premises

We are using Oracle ERP and Oracle Database, and we have installed Oracle tools and applications on Oracle Linux in a virtual environment.

The advantages of Oracle Linux are that it is secure and provides end-to-end support from Oracle, from the operating system to the application ERP. This gives us peace of mind. Compared to Windows, we prefer Linux to safeguard ourselves from different kinds of attacks and viruses.

Our level of expertise is not high enough. I had to find someone experienced with Oracle Linux since Windows is easier to learn, and most people have hands-on experience with it. If there were educational programs or certifications locally available, it would add more benefits. Additionally, the compatibility with the newest processor models could be improved. It takes time for Oracle to test and then make it public that a processor is supported. We often have to use an older processor model to ensure compatibility with the operating system and our ERP.

I have been using Oracle Linux for the last four to five years.

Our environment is locally deployed, and there are no performance issues or latency problems. I find Oracle Linux very stable.

I rate the scalability at seven. Compatibility with the newest processor models takes time, which can impact scalability. Oracle should make the process faster, as we sometimes have to use a previous processor model to ensure compatibility.

Technical support is very good. I rate it a nine, keeping one point in reserve for anything that might come up in the future.

Positive

For the time being, the installation is straightforward. The main task is ensuring compatibility with new hardware, but once set up, we can use a master VM for our virtual environment.

For us, the return on investment is the peace of mind provided by Oracle Linux. Our team is comfortable using Oracle Linux as it integrates well with Oracle tools, making everything work seamlessly.

Oracle Linux is affordable. While ERP might be expensive, Oracle Linux and KVMs are not on the higher side.

I am satisfied with Oracle Linux and would rate it an eight out of ten. It is a good tool for our small company, and we've never encountered anything we couldn't do with it.

Private Cloud

Other

We are using Oracle ERP and Oracle Database, and we have installed Oracle tools and applications on Oracle Linux in a virtual environment.

Oracle Linux is secure, and we have end-to-end support from Oracle, from the operating system to applications and ERP. It provides peace of mind. Additionally, we prefer Oracle Linux over Windows to safeguard against different attacks and viruses. It's all happily integrated, providing a reliable and consistent environment for my team, which I value greatly.

Expertise in Oracle Linux is not extensive, so it was challenging to find someone with experience in this technology. Initiating educational programs or certifications locally available would enhance its adoption. The learning curve is significant, and certain processor models take time for compatibility testing. We often have to use older processors until compatibility is confirmed.

I have been using Oracle Linux for probably the last four to five years.

It was straightforward to install. We ensure compatibility with new hardware initially and then work in a virtual environment with a master VM we can copy and configure.

Oracle Linux is very stable. Our environment is locally deployed, and we don't experience performance or latency issues.

Oracle Linux is somewhat scalable; I would rate it seven out of ten. New processor models sometimes lack immediate compatibility with Oracle Linux, requiring the use of previous models until support is available.

Oracle's technical support is excellent, and I would rate it as nine out of ten.

Positive

For us, the installation of Oracle Linux is straightforward. When new hardware is introduced, we ensure its compatibility before deploying in a virtual environment.

The return on investment from using Oracle Linux is the peace of mind it provides my team. Everything from Oracle tools to applications is well integrated within Oracle Linux.

Oracle Linux is affordable. While ERP may be expensive, Oracle Linux and KVMs are not on the higher side in terms of cost.

Overall, I rate Oracle Linux as eight out of ten. I would also advise considering improving educational programs and certifications to facilitate learning and greater expertise.

Private Cloud

My main use case for Oracle Linux is for administration, specifically full administration for Unix servers, such as hosting applications, monitoring the server health, and all the administration tasks I have been using it for.

I am hosting applications on those servers and monitoring the servers that are operating on Oracle Linux with full monitoring.

The best features Oracle Linux offers include security, as I have found it to be more secure than Ubuntu, Red Hat, and other Linux distributions. Additionally, it is easier to use than the other Linux operating systems.

What makes Oracle Linux more secure and easier to use than other Linux operating systems I have tried is the configuration of the firewall, SSH, and a few other configurations. These are easy to follow and set up.

I remember that the repositories for Oracle Linux are more stable than those of others. For instance, with Ubuntu, I have faced some issues related to the repository for the NFC files. The repositories of Oracle Linux are working smoothly more than others.

Oracle Linux has positively impacted my organization as most servers we are using are Oracle Linux. We prefer using it. The reason my organization prefers Oracle Linux is for its performance and reliability. In general, the operating system is cleaner and easy to use and follow.

I have no suggestions for improvements regarding Oracle Linux. Everything is going well.

I have been using Oracle Linux for three years.

Oracle Linux is stable.

The scalability of Oracle Linux is working fine, and there are no issues we have faced regarding scalability.

I have not interacted with Oracle's support team. All the cases we were solving were done by ourselves in the team.

Neutral

Before Oracle Linux, we were using Red Hat, but it was an old version.

I have not seen a return on investment with Oracle Linux.

Our experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing involved using VMware Cloud, and I have no idea about the cost.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Oracle Linux. This is the first time I am evaluating an operating system.

I recommend using Oracle Linux as your first choice for Linux distributions. I have rated this review a 10.

Private Cloud

Other

Since Oracle Linux is a very light software, it does not take time to deploy unless you have virtuals, or if you have containers you need to set up, which will take additional time. Installing and setting up Oracle Linux takes very few minutes.

Oracle Linux is very supportive in supporting my AI-driven projects and workloads.

The applications that we have deployed under Oracle Linux run optimally compared to environment we had hosted previously 

The most valuable feature of Oracle Linux is managing applications and managing application development on the cloud. It is more secure and easier to manage.

Oracle Linux is excellent software, and I rate its scalability an eight.

There are at least 42 people using Oracle Linux in my organization, and we have virtualized some servers where we have deployed eight VMs.

The area of Oracle Linux that needs improvement is related to updates. If they have updates, it should update itself without logging out your services.

I have worked with Oracle Linux for two years.

I rate the stability of Oracle Linux as very stable, at eight.

Oracle has implemented a chatting AI which answers most questions effectively, but getting real customer service takes some time.

Neutral

Oracle Linux is a bit easy to set up.

I have a solution on-premises, and also on cloud for containers and orchestration.

The price of Oracle Linux is affordable, and you can download it for free. It is very available on the Oracle site, and it is an open solution.

Based on my experience, I would recommend Oracle Linux to other people anytime.

Overall, I rate this solution as the best solution at nine out of ten.

On-premises

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