We use Red Hat Enterprise Linux for our applications. I use it for many applications, especially SAP.
We install it on the server so that we can install our applications running on that server.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux for SAP with HA and Update Services 9.0
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Offers good security and clustering but virtualization management and support need improvement
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
The benefits I get from this operating system are that it's secure, easy to use, and stable.
What is most valuable?
I find the clustering feature of Red Hat Enterprise Linux the most useful. It helps us to cluster our application service to maintain high availability.
I access the knowledge base offered by Red Hat Enterprise Linux through their websites. The knowledge base is helpful to me.
The Image Builder is easy to set up, and overall, it is helpful to me.
What needs improvement?
I recommend that they improve their virtualization product, specifically the management console.
Support should definitely be improved.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I do not have any complaints with the stability of Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We use Red Hat Enterprise Linux in multiple locations. We are using it in the IT industry.
How are customer service and support?
I would rate their support a three out of ten. I find them slow to respond. The quality of support is not acceptable in the way they provide solutions.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Negative
How was the initial setup?
I manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems by installing it from the disk, specifically from a CD-ROM. It requires maintenance from our side. We have 11 people for maintenance in the team.
What was our ROI?
I have not seen a return on investment since I started using it. The cost is a reason for that.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I find the cost of this solution expensive.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend not using Red Hat Enterprise Linux because there are better products out there. I prefer SUSE because of the cost and other features.
I would rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux as four out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Offers great support and many features for efficient management
How has it helped my organization?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux positively impacts my organization with its various capabilities. We use the orchestration processes with cloud services using Ansible.
What is most valuable?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux has a vast set of features. I can use the setup features and many other features. Red Hat Enterprise Linux is a whole world.
What needs improvement?
To become more competitive, they might consider changing their licensing model, for instance, by offering an instance-based payment for cloud computing services. In the future, I expect features regarding changes to the subscription model.
I would prefer Red Hat Enterprise Linux to allow easier cancellation of instances unless they are needed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I started with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.5 and 7.6, and now, I have Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product has been stable since installation.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is scalable. I have not experienced significant issues with scaling it.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support by Red Hat is great. I would rate them a 10 out of 10.
The knowledge base offered by Red Hat is accessible. As you log in with your Red Hat account credentials, you can find the knowledge platform on your dashboard.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup of Red Hat Enterprise Linux is not complex. We just need a Red Hat Enterprise Linux image to install on any operating system and use the console. Since I have worked with Linux for around 10 years, installing it is straightforward for me.
I just need to upgrade the operating system with the latest update, and after that, I log in to my Red Hat account from the CLI to connect to the Red Hat Enterprise Linux service.
What was our ROI?
We have seen a return on investment with Red Hat Enterprise Linux. If you are using the service properly, especially in cloud computing, understanding the services you are using and what technology and applications are required can help manage your ROI very efficiently. Excessive services that are not compatible with your applications can impact your ROI negatively.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
When I started using it, Red Hat Enterprise Linux was free for all and open-source. It is now paid with access to many features to upgrade and use their services.
Due to multiple organizations and corporate systems in Pakistan relying on it, it continued to be used, especially in corporate and banking systems even after becoming a paid service.
The pricing is not always reasonable, but it also depends on your requirements.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux a ten out of ten.
Provides robust support and simplifies risk management with excellent customer service
What is our primary use case?
In my latest job, I was working with microservices where the decision was made to use Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) for its core functionalities. I played a role in setting up the OS and was responsible for the initial installation, defining pods, and network configurations.
How has it helped my organization?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) offered robust support and stability, providing full alignment with manufacturing hardware which ensured the drivers and other infrastructure were highly compatible.
What is most valuable?
The support and escalation process for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is excellent. It offers more stability compared to other distributions like SUSE. Red Hat's compatibility with manufacturing hardware ensures smooth operation. Their knowledge base is particularly useful for troubleshooting and training, and their built-in security and compliance features simplify risk reduction. It is a mature and improved platform for corporate functionalities.
What needs improvement?
The performance of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) could be improved, especially under high load scenarios or when running applications involving AI. Providing support for AI in the knowledge base could be beneficial.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is known for its decreased downtime and stable performance.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) allows for disaster recovery planning across different states to ensure synchronized performance.
How are customer service and support?
Customer support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is rated as a ten out of ten. From the beginning, their support has been excellent.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was smoothly conducted. The feedback received indicated that the installation was seamless and without interruptions.
What about the implementation team?
I was responsible for the initial configuration and setup of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), working closely with other teams.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Though a bit expensive compared to competitors, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is still recommended because it works effectively and delivers value for its pricing.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
The differences between Red Hat and SUSE, or Red Hat and Ubuntu, are that Red Hat is more mature and has better corporate-oriented functionalities.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) overall as a ten since it provides the necessary resources and support.
Custom applications smoothly run on an extensively supported platform
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use case involves running custom applications on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). We mainly deploy it on-premises, with applications and custom-made solutions running on RHEL for our customers.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features include the classical operating system features, extensive community support, and the integration of open-source with enterprise support. Our customers often choose Red Hat because they receive support for open-source software, which is a major reason for its use.
What needs improvement?
I am not sure what needs improvement as our customers haven't shared any specific feedback. Perhaps some minor enhancements like a more user-friendly knowledge base and faster technical support could be beneficial.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) for over ten years, with a recent focus on it in the last few months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I find that Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is highly stable, and I would rate its stability nine or ten out of ten. It is a fully enterprise-grade operating system, and stability is crucial for our customers.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is very scalable, and I would rate its scalability at nine or ten. Scalability is vital for our customers as they often expand their infrastructure.
How are customer service and support?
While the technical support could be faster, the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) community service is excellent. The technical support from Red Hat could be rated six out of ten because of the slow response times.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was very easy and straightforward. I didn't experience any problems during the setup process, similar to other operating systems.
What about the implementation team?
The deployment process depends on customer specifications. After discussing and agreeing on the specifications, we proceed with the deployment. We guide customers and provide recommendations as needed.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I do not have specific knowledge about pricing as I am not a seller. The price varies depending on the customer and the project. Therefore, I cannot provide an exact evaluation of pricing.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) nine out of ten. The knowledge base could be improved to be more user-friendly as it currently requires getting used to.
Excels in virtualization and performance but documentation and support need improvement
What is our primary use case?
I have used Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) for most of my career. It is primarily used as the base operating system on which various applications run. Currently, I am attempting to transition away from RHEL due to changes in the organization following IBM's acquisition.
What is most valuable?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is still considered better than Microsoft's offerings due to its superior handling of virtualization and faster performance. Microsoft often incorporates parts of RHEL's code, such as the networking stack, into its own products. The LEAP functionality for upgrades between versions is well-written and satisfactory.
What needs improvement?
RHEL has experienced a change in approach after being acquired by IBM, and the company has shifted away from open-source principles. The knowledge base is now outdated and lacks documentation for features in RHEL 9, relying instead on old documentation from RHEL 7. The introduction of unstable and undocumented products also detracts from the product's reliability.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used RHEL since it existed, so since 1991 or 1992.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
RHEL has become less reliable due to undocumented updates and the release of unstable packages, which detracts from the product's stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Within the same vendor, moving workloads is easy. However, switching between vendors requires a significant migration effort.
How are customer service and support?
The quality of Red Hat's support has declined in the past five to six years after outsourcing support to India. Complex issues are difficult to resolve due to communication challenges.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not switched from RHEL, but I am exploring alternatives such as Rocky Linux and Debian, which offer similar features without the high costs.
How was the initial setup?
Setting up RHEL is quite straightforward, especially for someone familiar with it. The software asks the necessary questions for configuration, and the documentation generally explains these well.
What was our ROI?
The return on investment with RHEL is challenging to calculate but involves paying more upfront compared to Microsoft solutions for better reliability and stability, avoiding potential downtime costs.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Other solutions evaluated include Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, and Debian. These alternatives offer similar functionality at a lower cost, especially concerning support.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) a seven out of ten. People are now turning to other Linux distributions due to RHEL's declining quality and high costs. I suggest caution when considering Red Hat due to the divergence from its original open-source model.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: A Rock-Solid Foundation
What do you like best about the product?
RHEL is a the best solution for real-life enterprise application. Its stability and security are unmatched, making it my go-to for mission-critical systems. I's really easy to use once you’re familiar with RPM-based ecosystems—tools like YUM/DNF simplify package management. The subscription model ensures timely updates and access to Red Hat’s stellar support, which has saved me hours of troubleshooting. Integration with enterprise tools (think OpenShift, Ansible, or cloud platforms) feels seamless, and SELinux’s granular security controls are a lifesaver. For daily use, it’s reliable enough that I rarely second-guess its performance.
What do you dislike about the product?
The learning curve is steep for people new to RPM distributions. While powerful, SELinux and firewall-cmd can feel overwhelming without Red Hat’s training. The UI feels dated compared to Ubuntu or Fedora, which might deter people used to polished GUIs. Licensing costs add up quickly for small businesses, and the subscription activation process is clunky—I’ve lost time untangling portal issues. Out-of-the-box software is often older for stability’s sake, which means manually adding repos for newer apps.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Mostly the integration with Ansible and containerized platforms.
Rock-Solid Stability and Enterprise-Grade Performance
What do you like best about the product?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is an outstanding operating system for enterprise environments, delivering unmatched stability, security, and long-term support. Its robust performance makes it ideal for mission-critical workloads, and the seamless integration with Red Hat’s ecosystem ensures reliability at every level. The extensive documentation, excellent customer support, and frequent security updates provide peace of mind for IT teams. Additionally, RHEL’s compatibility with a vast range of enterprise applications and cloud platforms makes it a top choice for businesses looking for a scalable and efficient Linux solution. Highly recommended for organizations that prioritize security, performance, and support.
What do you dislike about the product?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a fantastic choice for businesses that need a stable, secure, and well-supported operating system. It offers top-notch reliability, excellent security features, and seamless integration with enterprise tools. However, one downside is the cost—RHEL’s subscription model can be expensive, especially for small businesses or individuals who need enterprise features but have budget constraints. Additionally, some users may find the strict licensing and lack of access to the latest cutting-edge software a bit limiting compared to community-driven distributions like Fedora or Ubuntu. Despite this, RHEL remains a solid investment for companies that prioritize long-term stability and professional support.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Nothing
Very good software
What do you like best about the product?
Stability,brobust security, by reliable for enterprise enviourments..
What do you dislike about the product?
Redhat ability to support third party told limited , it does not support all layer
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Permission related issue
Security and performance improve transaction handling and deployment efficiency
What is our primary use case?
I use it for a commercial platform for a bank in Ecuador. We have a product development for development in JBoss. We can have multiple channels on the left side in TBM and ES.
I have a product in development that serves as middleware. We have multi-channel on the left side and multi-database on the right side. We don't use an AMQ yet. It's broad.
What is most valuable?
The valuable features of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) for on-premises are its flexibility and compatibility; it works exceptionally with JBoss.
We find that the performance of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is very good, and the deployment is very easy. On YouTube, for example, they processed nearly 10 million transactions over nine years.
Security is important, and it performs efficiently and is confident compared with a firewall and WAF, or whatever you use as a firewall to protect our deployments. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) helps with uptime and security; with every deployment, we evaluate security and apply vulnerability scanners, covering every vulnerability without any problem.
What needs improvement?
I don't know where Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) can improve; I just know that I don't use the cloud version, but I know the price, and I think it has many similar features to use JBoss with old features.
In the last years, we have tried to quote a project using JBoss, but the license on cloud was cheaper than the on-premise license.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system since 2016.
How are customer service and support?
I use documentation and community forums for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). There's plenty of knowledge in many forums, and when I have trouble, I can find a lot of support on the web; there is a lot of information we can find.
Depending on the support I have to use, we didn't have a problem; we have a local reseller who helps with the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) support directly. We use a partner for direct support with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Our business in Ecuador is a local partner, and the name of the partner business is ASAP. Mr. Jimmy Rodriguez provides support and attends to our needs very efficiently.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is more expensive compared with WebLogic, and I prefer JBoss against WebLogic. The main differences between the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating systems and Windows and Solaris are concerning performance; the best performance is in the order of Linux, Solaris, and then Windows.
What other advice do I have?
Achieving security standard certification is necessary for my business, and I'm always recommending Red Hat Enterprise Linux to my clients.
On a scale of 1-10, I rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) a 10.
User-friendly console helps manage all resources
What is our primary use case?
I am working with a FinTech company. We have clients in the US, and for these clients, we have applications that are hosted in Amazon Web Services Cloud. We use the Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system to run these applications.
We have a data center as well. In our organization, we are using a hybrid model. We have the AWS cloud and our data center is using VMware. Some of the workload is in the data center, and some of the workload is running in AWS.
We have various products, and we are trying to move all of the products to the AWS cloud. Our legacy applications are hosted in the data center. We are planning to move this data center to the AWS cloud in 2025. We are using AWS lift and shift technology for that.
What is most valuable?
The console is user-friendly. The web console provides an interface to manage all your resources.
What needs improvement?
Overall, I am happy with it, but I believe, security-wise, it could be better.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used Red Hat Enterprise Linux for almost eight years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We never faced any major issues.
How are customer service and support?
We are not taking any support from Red Hat. If we face any kind of issue, we just search on the web.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I am very comfortable and happy using the Linux operating system. My experience with Windows is very bad.
How was the initial setup?
There are no significant issues; it is very easy to set up. The implementation takes a couple of weeks.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Red Hat Enterprise Linux a ten out of ten.
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