Overview

Oracle Linux is a robust, enterprise-grade Linux distribution developed and maintained by Oracle Corporation. Built on the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) foundation, it ensures full compatibility with RHEL binaries, providing a dependable and high-performance environment for critical applications.

Specifically engineered for open cloud infrastructure and optimized for diverse enterprise workloads, Oracle Linux supports both traditional and modern SaaS/PaaS deployments. A core feature is the Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel (UEK), offering enhanced scalability, security, and modern hardware support.

It includes advanced security features like SELinux (Mandatory Access Control) and offers full support with patches, updates, and technical assistance.

Key Highlights of Oracle Linux 9.5

1. Core Platform Updates

Based on UEK Release 7 Update 3 and Red Hat Compatible Kernel (RHCK)
100% application binary compatibility with RHEL
Supports 64-bit Intel/AMD and Arm platforms

2. Language and Runtime Upgrades

Java: Default version is OpenJDK 17
.NET 9.0: Supports C# 13, F# 9, ML.NET for machine learning, enhanced ASP.NET Core

3. Development Tools

GCC Toolset 14 (GCC 14.2.1, binutils, valgrind, dwz)
Rust Toolset 1.79
Go Toolset 1.22.5
GDB 14.2 for advanced debugging

4. Dynamic Languages & Web Technologies

Improved Python interpreter performance
Node.js 22 with latest features
Apache HTTPD 2.4.62 for updated web hosting

5. Security Enhancements

OpenSSL 3.2.2 – FIPS 140-3 compliant
OpenSSH 8.7p1-43 – Configurable default SSH key sizes
SCAP Security Guide 0.1.74 – New STIG profiles, Australian compliance

6. Management & Containers

Cockpit Web Console v323 with new File Manager
Podman 5.2 – Improved container standards and usability

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