I’ve been messing around with different Linux distros lately, trying to find the perfect one for my home server. I used to be all about CentOS, but since they changed things up, I’ve been on the hunt for something new. That’s when I stumbled upon AlmaLinux. I heard it was pretty similar to the old CentOS, so I decided to give it a shot and see how it compares.
First off, getting AlmaLinux up and running was a piece of cake. It’s basically a clone of CentOS, so everything felt super familiar. I downloaded the ISO, threw it on a USB drive, and installed it on my server. No problems there. If you’ve ever installed CentOS before, this will be a walk in the park.
AlmaLinux 8 vs Centos 7
Then I tried out AlmaLinux 8 and CentOS 7. Turns out that AlmaLinux 8 runs way faster and handles stuff better. It’s not a big deal for me, but I still recorded it down.
But here’s where things got interesting. I started poking around, checking out the package manager, the community support, and all that jazz. The package manager, yum and now dnf, worked just like I expected. No surprises there. I installed a bunch of my usual tools and software without any issues. It feels the same as the old days with CentOS.
Stability and Security
I thought if you’re someone who loved CentOS for its stability and security, you’ll probably feel right at home with AlmaLinux. It was created because the guys who made CentOS changed the way. Now, AlmaLinux is supported by a big group of folks who used to depend on CentOS. So, it seems like they are all trying to keep the same way as the old CentOS used to be.
Now, I know some folks might be wondering, “Why not just stick with CentOS Stream?” Well, for me, it’s about that long-term support. See, CentOS Stream is more of a rolling release, always getting the latest updates. That’s cool and all, but I prefer the stability of a fixed release, especially for a server. I don’t want to be constantly updating and potentially breaking things. AlmaLinux promises that long-term support, just like the old CentOS did.
After using AlmaLinux for a while, I gotta say, I’m pretty impressed. It’s like the good old days of CentOS, but with a fresh coat of paint and a strong community behind it. If you’re in the same boat as me, looking for a reliable and familiar Linux distro for your server, I’d definitely recommend giving AlmaLinux a try. It might just be the CentOS replacement you’ve been searching for.
So, that’s my experience with AlmaLinux vs CentOS. Just a regular guy sharing his story. Hope this helps someone out there!
- Finally get AlmaLinux worked for my home server.
- AlmaLinux 8 is better than CentOS 7 in some way.
- AlmaLinux is the one just like the old CentOS.
