Has reduced operational time and supports critical daily functions with strong query performance
What is our primary use case?
Oracle Linux is essential for my day-to-day operations, including reports collection, developing new queries to solve customer issues, charging support, and normal CSR cases, as well as any escalation.
Oracle Linux is everything in my domain.
Common examples include organizational operations such as running mission-critical Oracle databases for business functions including enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), and data analytics. These are the main use cases I can identify. Ksplice as well as database host operations use Oracle Linux exclusively because our test servers and test charging system servers are already established in Oracle Linux.
All of our test lab servers are deployed in Oracle Linux, and customer queries, customer data, and customer report collection are all dependent on Oracle Linux nowadays. Oracle Linux RHEL compatibility is excellent for our use. The revenue impact has been significant, as our work has become considerably easier and time consumption has decreased substantially by using Oracle Linux. This directly correlates to revenue improvement as well.
What is most valuable?
The best features of Oracle Linux include the Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel for performance, zero-downtime patching,
RHEL compatibility with the latest RHEL versions, and paid support, which is optional. Oracle Linux support is excellent. Oracle Clusterware and DTrace tracing are also positive aspects of using Oracle Linux. It is free to use and distribute.
Oracle Linux RHEL compatibility is exceptional because it is binary and source compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, which ensures broad compatibility with existing applications. Deep integration is also an important key factor in using Oracle Linux.
DTrace is a dynamic tracing framework that allows me to perform real-time analysis of the running system in my daily work to identify performance bottlenecks. This is an important example of Oracle Linux that I use both within my organization and outside of it.
What needs improvement?
Automatic patching and updates with features like Ksplice for zero-downtime patching and OS management for centralized management could be improved. Other partial improvements include enhancing security by using FIPS and Common Criteria certified distribution, as well as optimizing performance with
KVM virtualization. However, I believe that Oracle Linux is currently functioning fine with my use.
When comparing industry trends, I want to add that there are different workloads such as Oracle Database for implementing pre-installation packages, which can ensure all dependencies are met for a smoother installation process. These aspects could be improved, as well as streamlining of DevOps.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Oracle Linux for the last four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Oracle Linux is stable. When connectivity issues occur, the support team is always available to provide support 24/7, which is a positive aspect.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
In terms of scalability, Oracle Linux performs well. I have already mentioned improvements such as downtime patching and OS management for centralized management. Beyond that, scalability is functioning well.
How are customer service and support?
Oracle Linux customer support is very active. They provide 24/7 support for both emergency and normal issues. They typically hold tickets for one or two days and provide effective solutions, which is a positive aspect.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I started from scratch using only Oracle Linux because I learned from others that it is very easy to use and is a very practical solution in the current industry.
How was the initial setup?
I did not conduct an evaluation.
What about the implementation team?
We purchased Oracle Linux from
AWS. As I have already mentioned, time consumption decreased significantly and productivity is now strong, with revenue savings achieved.
What was our ROI?
From a customer satisfaction perspective, this is indeed important. Time consumption has decreased substantially. When compared to other relational databases, there is a 20 to 30 percent gap. By using Oracle Linux, I am obtaining a 20 to 30 percent advantage.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We use both Google and
AWS. The pricing is quite reasonable with no concerns.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
All of our test lab servers are deployed in Oracle Linux, and customer queries, customer data, and customer report collection are all dependent on Oracle Linux nowadays. Oracle Linux RHEL compatibility is excellent for our use. The revenue impact has been significant, as our work has become considerably easier and time consumption has decreased substantially by using Oracle Linux. This directly correlates to revenue improvement.
What other advice do I have?
Oracle Linux is the best option in the current industry. I would recommend that anyone not currently using it conduct testing for at least six months to one year, and they will experience the difference and will never leave Oracle Linux after that. The overall review rating for Oracle Linux is 8.5 out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Delivers strong support for AI projects with quick deployment
What is our primary use case?
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.
How has it helped my organization?
The applications that we have deployed under Oracle Linux run optimally compared to environment we had hosted previously
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have worked with Oracle Linux for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I rate the stability of Oracle Linux as very stable, at eight.
How are customer service and support?
Oracle has implemented a chatting AI which answers most questions effectively, but getting real customer service takes some time.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
How was the initial setup?
Oracle Linux is a bit easy to set up.
What other advice do I have?
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.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Provides outstanding performance and resource savings with effective customer service
What is our primary use case?
Our clients are using
Oracle Linux for core banking deployment and enterprise application deployment.
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using
Oracle Linux for more than five years.
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
The deployment of Oracle Linux is easy.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Oracle Linux is definitely stable. We are using it in a production environment.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have not seen any scalability issues as we are running a considerable volume.
How are customer service and support?
Customer service is good, but sometimes there are delays due to the criticality of the ticket.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
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.
How was the initial setup?
What was our ROI?
The solution provides the best return on investment. It saves more than forty percent of resources.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Oracle Linux is affordable because it is open-source. However, if critical support is needed, payment is required.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We previously evaluated Red Hat and SUSE Linux.
What other advice do I have?
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.
Provides peace of mind with secure environment and excellent support while ensuring reliable integration
What is our primary use case?
We are using Oracle
ERP and
Oracle Database, and we have installed Oracle tools and applications on
Oracle Linux in a virtual environment.
What is most valuable?
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.
What needs improvement?
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.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Oracle Linux for probably the last four to five years.
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
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.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Oracle Linux is very stable. Our environment is locally deployed, and we don't experience performance or latency issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
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.
How are customer service and support?
Oracle's technical support is excellent, and I would rate it as nine out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
How was the initial setup?
For us, the installation of Oracle Linux is straightforward. When new hardware is introduced, we ensure its compatibility before deploying in a virtual environment.
What was our ROI?
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.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Oracle Linux is affordable. While ERP may be expensive, Oracle Linux and KVMs are not on the higher side in terms of cost.
What other advice do I have?
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.
Troubleshooting capabilities and user-friendly commands enhance system management
What is our primary use case?
We are currently using
Oracle Linux in our organization for handling various systems. My experience with
Oracle Linux is mainly in managing it for server performance and handling different operating systems like Linux, Windows, and UNIX.
What is most valuable?
I find Oracle Linux's troubleshooting capabilities to be straightforward and simple to use. The commands are very user-friendly, making it easier for me to manage and troubleshoot. Additionally, Oracle Linux has American Standard levels of security, which I consider to be quite good. I find the stability to be excellent as the system manages outages effectively.
What needs improvement?
I think Oracle Linux's outage management can be improved to better handle outages. Furthermore, I believe there could be more resources available for enhanced learning, such as more training materials or a simplified setup process.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Oracle Linux for about one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have not experienced any stability issues with Oracle Linux. It is very stable compared to other systems.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I find Oracle Linux to be quite scalable. It handles device performance well, automatically managing any issues that arise.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was already done for us by third parties. We did not do the initial setup ourselves.
What about the implementation team?
They already set it up for us, and we used an already done setup.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend Oracle Linux, but before recommending it, I need to be prepared to answer all related questions. I would rate my personal knowledge of Oracle Linux five out of ten. However, I would rate the solution itself nine out of ten overall, as it has shown to be very efficient and user-friendly.
