As a downstream enterprise-level Linux distribution of RHEL, Rocky Linux has released its latest version 9.6.
Since CentOS ceased to release traditional versions, Rocky Linux has emerged to fill the gap left by the discontinuation of CentOS, providing a stable and reliable operating system that is fully binary compatible with RHEL.
Currently, Rocky Linux offers a Long-Term Support (LTS) version suitable for servers, cloud platforms, and high-performance computing environments. Many systems that previously used CentOS as a free server version have now been replaced by Rocky Linux.
If you do not wish to purchase commercial services from RHEL, you can completely replace it with Rocky Linux, which is built directly from RHEL’s source code, ensuring a super stable experience for any purpose.
Rocky Linux provides multiple versions for download, supporting various system architectures, allowing users to download according to their needs.
Typically, enterprise-level server operating systems are not suitable for personal desktop use, as they prioritize stability and do not aggressively adopt new software packages. However, they are one of the important choices for server systems.
System Features and Updates
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Default Desktop Environment: Gnome 40 has become the default desktop environment, providing a more modern and convenient operating experience.
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File System Operation Support: Direct Access (DAX) operations on the XFS file system are supported, enhancing file system performance and usage efficiency.
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Dynamic Programming Language and Server Technology Updates
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Programming Languages: The latest versions of PHP 8.3 and 8.4, Nginx 1.26, and MySQL 8.4 have been introduced, enhancing the system’s capabilities in web development and database management.
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Debugging Tools: Updated debugging tools such as Valgrind 3.24, SystemTap 5.2, elfutils 0.192, and libabigail 2.6 provide developers with more powerful debugging support.
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Monitoring Software: Integrated monitoring software such as Performance Co-Pilot 6.3.2 and Grafana 10.2.6 makes it easier for system administrators to monitor and manage the system.
Compiler Toolchain Upgrade: By integrating cutting-edge compilation tools such as LLVM 19.17, Rust 1.84.1, and Go 1.23, developers are provided with a more efficient and convenient development environment, simplifying the development process.
Image Building Tool Update: The Cloud Special Interest Group (SIG / Cloud) has introduced the KIWI image building tool, ensuring that image production is consistent and easy to maintain. Additionally, container images compatible with WSL have been launched for seamless integration for Windows 10 and 11 users.
Security Updates
SELinux policies have been optimized, with new rules restricting services such as “iio-sensor-proxy” and “power-profiles-daemon,” enhancing system security.
Other Updates
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Runtime and Compiler Updates: Updated runtimes and compilers, including GCC 11.2.1, LLVM (13.0.1), Rust (1.58.1), and Go (1.17.1), improving the system’s compilation and runtime efficiency.
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Development Toolchain Updates: Updated development toolchains, including Python 3.9, Node.js 16, Ruby 3.0.3, Perl 5.32, and PHP 8.0, to meet developers’ needs for different programming languages.
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SSH Security Settings: SSH root user authentication is disabled by default, enhancing system security.
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Network Console Improvements: Updated OpenSSL 3.0 and improved the cockpit network console, enhancing the convenience and security of network management.
For more detailed update notes on Rocky Linux 9.6, please refer to the official website.
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