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Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux is the leading platform for open source computing. It is sold by subscription, delivers continuous value and is certified by top enterprise hardware and software vendors. From the desktop to the datacenter, Enterprise Linux couples the innovation of open source technology and the stability of a true enterprise-class platform.

Subscriptions

Server solutions

Entry-level servers to mainframes.

Client solutions

Desktops and workstations.

Subscription benefits

  • The ability to deploy solutions with the confidence that your software applications and hardware are fully certified.
  • Access to continual enhancements from Red Hat through regular updates that provide additional features and new hardware support.
  • Access to the latest bug fixes and security errata.
  • Flexibility to deploy any Enterprise Linux release, including future upgrades.
  • Access to Red Hat Network's automated software delivery and update capability. Additional Red Hat Network modules provide enhanced systems management capabilities.
  • Multiple support services options with unlimited incidents.

Special deployments

Academic solutions

Specially-priced solutions based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

High Performance Computing

Computing clusters based on Linux.

HP BladeSystem

Special Bundle for HP BladeSystem.

Overview

Details

Find technical details and more information about Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Compare

Choose the Enterprise Linux subscription that's right for you.

Migrate

Move to Enterprise Linux from a legacy environment.

Renew

Keep your systems secure and supported.

Proof

Find whitepapers, webcasts, success stories and more.

Product Lifecycle

The Red Hat Enterprise Linux product lifecycle provides seven years of support for every release. New versions are introduced on a predictable 18-month schedule. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4—released in February 2005—is the latest release.

Open Source Architecture

The Open Source Architecture is based on true open standards and built around you. Extend your Red Hat Enterprise Linux solution through our portfolio of open source offerings for infrastructure and applications—including clustering and data sharing capabilities with Global File System, Netscape security solutions, and the Red Hat Application Server.


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