Verified User in Information Technology and Services
AI
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Red Hat efficient administration, flexible support, and security included"
5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Your portal at console.redhat.com for managing enterprise subscriptions, assigning workgroups, remote execution of Ansible plays, and the fact that it is the reference platform for managing large enterprises. Additionally, the support provided by the company gives me the freedom to choose 8x5 or 24x7. I consider that the price of each Red Hat subscription is very well justified. Being a CLI administrator, the ease of orchestrating the operating system and its text UI is the best. Furthermore, the applications are optimized and their performance is designed to be very efficient from the start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I don't have an unfavorable opinion. So far, I haven't found anything I dislike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Terry  B.
TB
Terry B.
CU Distingushed Professor Emeritus at U. Colorado at Colorado Springs
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"The Perfectly Supported OS for Academic and Professional Use"
5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I really appreciate that Red Hat Enterprise Linux is a well-supported and very secure operating system, which is used for our machine learning experiments and teaching classes on Unix. It helps our students gain a deeper understanding of Linux. Also, it's great for production efforts using Linux-based software packages. The decent package manager makes it easy for administrators to install packages quickly, and we don't have to manage everything ourselves. There's also a good selection of packages that support a wide range of hardware and software projects. The initial setup process was straightforward, it detected all the hardware in our systems, and there were no problems with installation or learning for those new to Linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Sometimes the differences between Red Hat and free linux versions students run at home or on laptops can be challenging for students. They often don't recognize the differences in package managers, such as RPM versus Ubuntu,'s apt which can add to the confusion. It would be nice if there was an automated facility that could help by suggesting the correct command and packages for the operating system in use. This would reduce the need for students to Google things so much, especially when they're debugging or dealing with package issues without full internet access. It would also be good if there was a package recommender using an LLM where you describe what you want and it suggests the packages to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pal M.
PM
Pal M.
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Rock-Solid Stability with Premium Support"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I use Red Hat Enterprise Linux because of its reliability and long-term stability, which ensures that my systems run smoothly without unexpected issues. I appreciate the strong security features like SELinux and the consistent stream of security updates that protect systems while minimizing the need for manual intervention. The excellent documentation and enterprise-level support provided by Red Hat are invaluable whenever there's an issue or a need for guidance, as the resources are clear and dependable. Additionally, RHEL's compatibility with modern tools like Docker and Kubernetes, along with efficient package management using YUM/DNF, makes development and deployment more straightforward and streamlined. I also value the strong support and integration within Red Hat's ecosystem. Overall, RHEL is a dependable choice with a great combination of stability, security, and support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

While Red Hat Enterprise Linux is very reliable and secure, there are a few areas where it could be improved. One aspect is the subscription cost, which can be relatively high compared to other Linux distributions. For smaller teams or individual developers, this can sometimes be a barrier. Another point is that RHEL tends to prioritize stability over having the latest software versions. While this is great for production environments, it can feel limiting when you need access to newer features or more up-to-date packages. Additionally, setting up and managing certain features like SELinux can be complex for beginners. It often requires a deeper understanding to configure properly without unintentionally blocking legitimate processes. Lastly, some development tools and libraries may not be as readily available in the default repositories, which means extra effort is needed to configure additional sources. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Murali R.
MR
Murali R.
Senior Information Technology Analyst
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Excellent Support and On-Time Patches Make Red Hat Enterprise Linux Stand Out"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Redhat enterprise linux has user support , technical support very good , patches are released on time , version upgrades , os upgrades , os security patches for oshardening and everything , each version of redhat tehy fix bugs and release a new feature which is interesting Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Redhat linux has disadvantages like devel fix during patching , leap preupgrade pata file problem during os upgrade , yum upgrade will not fix kernel if its having bug as default install previous version is not there Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anwer J.
AJ
Anwer J.
Azure Cloud Network Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores.
"Exceptional Reliability and Support for Enterprise Workloads"
5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

This is one of the best Linux distributions, offering regular updates and security patches that make it highly reliable. The support from the Linux team is excellent, and the Redhat community consistently provides outstanding assistance. In our experience, this system has managed our production workloads smoothly, with very few outages resulting from the regular upgrades performed by Redhat. This reliability has increased our confidence in using it within our enterprise environment, where we run important enterprise applications such as open source databases and Kubernetes services. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Overall, migrating users from different operating systems, such as Windows servers or various Linux distributions like Ubuntu and OpenSuse, can be quite challenging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Abhay K.
AK
Abhay K.
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Secure, Versatile OS with Effortless VM Management"
5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I really appreciate the security and virtual machine features of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. I can easily spin up a virtual machine with minimal effort and utilize it for any use case or sandbox, while maintaining full security. The initial setup was very straightforward for me, especially since I was previously using Ubuntu LTS, so transitioning was seamless. If you're familiar with terminal and command lines, it definitely deserves a 10 out of 10. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Not i can recall as of now. I was able to work and achieve everything Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Surendra S.
SS
Surendra S.
"Reliable and Secure for Mission-Critical Systems"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I use Red Hat Enterprise Linux as a reliable and secure operating system for running servers and handling production workloads. I appreciate its reliability and consistency, as I can depend on it to run for long periods without issues, essential for production environments. The long-term support and predictable update cycle give me confidence that updates won’t break my systems unexpectedly. I also value its strong security features, detailed documentation, and seamless integration with enterprise tools like Ansible and OpenShift. These features simplify system management and automation, making Red Hat Enterprise Linux a polished, enterprise-grade Linux platform I trust. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

While I find Red Hat Enterprise Linux very dependable, there are a few areas that could be improved. The subscription and licensing model can feel complex and costly, especially compared to community-based distributions, and it sometimes adds overhead for smaller teams or non-production use. Newer software versions can also take longer to become available because of RHEL’s focus on stability, which can be limiting when I need the latest features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Nityanand C.
AWS Cloud Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Stable and Secure, but Limited for Experimentation"
3.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I like Red Hat Enterprise Linux for its stability and long-term support, which make it very reliable for production systems. This stability allows me to run critical applications without frequent disruptions. Additionally, the initial setup was fairly straightforward, especially with the guided installer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Red Hat Enterprise Linux could be improved as it feels less flexible for rapid experimentation compared to more lightweight or rolling release systems. It could improve by offering easier access to newer tools in safe sandboxed environments. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Moin M.
MM
Moin M.
Full-stack Developer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Stable, Secure, and Excellent Support"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I really like the stability, security, and technical support that Red Hat Enterprise Linux offers. It provides strong technical support and comprehensive technical documentation, which helps simplify troubleshooting. The stability and security are crucial for the success of any product, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux does these aspects well. Additionally, the initial setup process was nice and fairly easy. Overall, it seems to be a well-rounded and reliable solution for hosting my company's chatbot solutions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

Nothing much. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shailesh D.
SD
Shailesh D.
"Boosts Security and Scalability with Ease"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

I really appreciate how Red Hat Enterprise Linux has evolved very rapidly and provides a highly secure platform. It's great for building private cloud environments, and I find it trustworthy. The availability of open-source applications and codes is a big plus, offering cost-saving benefits for supporting larger private cloud solutions. It's also supportive of containerizations and Kubernetes, which enhances scalability. I like how the product provides a more secure way and the enterprise-level support from Red Hat is helpful. The licensing cost is mostly free, which is a huge benefit for us. It's a highly stable and evolved operating system that supports the enterprise environment effectively, with low costs for growing cloud environments. The initial setup isn't too hard, and the availability of resources like blogs and YouTube videos helps in resolving issues and enhancing knowledge. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

NA Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.