Where to Turn for a CentOS Replacement? Here’s 5 Solid Linux Distros to Che

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By now you are beyond well aware that Red Hat‘s changes to its CentOS community distribution has made it a less than an ideal for many use cases. Because this is open source, you knew it was only a matter of time before developers (or teams of developers) stepped in to solve the problem before it became a serious issue.

AlmaLinux is 1:1 binary compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and is not only “forever free,” but developed by the command and for the community.

One of the more important aspects of AlmaLinux (especially for larger companies) is that you can purchase enterprise-grade support, through TuxCare, according to Jim Jackson, president, and chief revenue officer at CloudLinux.

So if you want a distribution that is as close to what CentOS was, this is where you should start your journey.

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