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Open source software communities have always been about innovation and collaboration. What’s not to love about the Linux based Fedora OS? It’s a free operating system that offers enterprise level performance that’s fit to run on a dedicated server. Here’s a look into the Fedora OS.
Open source software communities have always been about innovation and collaboration. What’s not to love about the Linux based Fedora OS?
It’s a free operating system that offers enterprise level performance fit to run on a dedicated server.
Utilizing Fedora eliminates costly listening fees and can cut down the cost of the server. Fedora Linux is also supported by the Redhat community, a trusted source that invests heavily in open source software development.
A Safe and Secure Server
Securing a Linux based server requires piece of mind. Fortunately, fedora comes with the following enhancements:
-The ability to create multiple accounts that have their own separate permissions and access points.
-A robust network firewall to protect against cyber attack/security threats.
-Automated software detection that determines whether or not software add-ons are from a trusted source (non red hat community)
-Simplistic “On Command” software updates.
-Administrative ability to restrict access to specific parts of a network.
-Perhaps the best of all features, software updates won’t modify your existing settings.
Enterprise Level Flexibility
As a leader in the Linux community, a Fedora Linux server is always kept up-to-date on its software. If it’s any consolation, the Linux community frantically tests Fedora software before it is released into the world. That way, IT staffers don’t have to go through an “experimental” stage. Advanced features such as Exec-shield is compatible with x86 systems and automatically detects executable or non-executable data memory. When running multiple programs or applications the Exec-shield feature will randomize root address locations and buffer work overflows. There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to choosing a free OS, but few can deliver the same level of resiliency and flexibility. For the startup company looking to lower operating costs, a fedora linux server setup is a decent way to go. You can’t beat free.
