VM Instance
Rocky Linux 9 is a community-driven, enterprise-grade Linux distribution built from Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) source code. Designed as a stable and fully compatible replacement for CentOS, Rocky Linux 9 delivers long-term support, security, and performance for production environments.
Optimized by Ntegral, Rocky Linux 9 supports enterprise workloads across cloud platforms including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and VMware. With built-in security features such as CIS hardening profiles, Secure Boot, OpenSSL 3.0, OpenSSH protections, and vulnerability scanning tools, it ensures modern infrastructure remains protected.
Rocky Linux 9 simplifies migration from other RHEL-based distributions while maintaining application compatibility and operational stability.
Fully RHEL-compatible and designed as a CentOS replacement
Enterprise-ready for server hosting and virtual machine deployment
Cloud-supported across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and VMware
Supports dynamic programming environments including Node.js, Ruby, PHP, and Nginx
Available for x86_64 and ARM64 (aarch64) architectures
Uses DNF package manager with RPM support and GPG authentication
GNOME and Bash for intuitive system management
Systemd service manager for core functionality and reliability
Enhanced web console for monitoring CPU, RAM, and network performance
XFS file system with Direct Access (DAX) for reduced latency
Security enhancements including OpenSSL 3.0, OpenSSH protections, and CIS benchmarks
Pre-configured and enterprise-ready virtual machines
Continuously updated with the latest security patches
Vulnerability monitoring across all packages and dependencies
Built following industry best practices and cloud marketplace standards
Automated image repackaging to ensure secure, up-to-date deployments