Rocky Linux Reviews

The platform's ease of setup, reliability, and minimal maintenance are valuable features. The custom install scripts streamline the setup process, making it straightforward.

Improved integration with Windows, particularly Active Directory, would be beneficial for the product. Currently, this aspect requires additional effort.

I have been working with Rocky Linux for approximately 18 months, which aligns with its release timeline. We are currently using version 9.4 of the solution.

The product is stable and reliable. I rate the stability a nine. 

Approximately 40 to 50 customers are using the solution. Most of our on-premises servers run Linux, with some running multiple instances. I would rate the scalability as a nine. It performs very well in scaling scenarios.

I have not utilized official technical support and have relied on community resources and forums.

The setup is straightforward, with minimal manual intervention. Depending on the customer's requirements, it is deployed on cloud-based systems or on-premises hardware. 

The deployment typically takes about an hour. Virtual machines can be set up in this timeframe, with additional time needed for specific customer configurations.

I rate the process a nine and a half. 

The product is expensive. I rate the pricing a three. 

The solution allows us to quickly set up multiple virtual machines, reducing costs and requiring less management than other systems.

 It is a robust solution for various server needs. I rate it a nine. 

We tested Rocky Linux as a replacement for CentOS. It was a drop-in replacement that worked as advertised out of the box. However, we decided to go with another solution. We felt Alma Linux was a better fit for us than Rocky Linux. 

We decided not to use Rocky Linux, and therefore, it has had no impact on our organization. 

Rocky Linux does function as a drop-in replacement for CentOS, which is a valuable feature, but we felt there were better options out there. 

In terms of improvement, Rocky Linux needs to clarify its identity and target audience. While it is technically sound as a CentOS replacement, there is a disconnect in its marketing messaging, which initially positioned it as an HPC platform. It should define its core identity and audience more clearly.

We tested Rocky Linux for a window of about three months. 

I haven't needed to use customer service or support, which speaks volumes about their product's reliability and ease of use.

It is a straightforward setup, serving as a direct replacement for Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS. Rocky Linux requires standard maintenance similar to any other Linux distribution, without any unusually heavy demands.

Overall, I would rate Rocky Linux as a seven out of ten.