AlmaLinux 8.10 “Cerulean Leopard” released with support for some older hardware

AlmaLinux, a RHEL-compatible Linux distribution known for its long-term stability, has launched its latest version, 8.10, code-named “Cerulean Leopard”. This release maintains full compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) by matching release and software versions and building from the same sources.

Version 8.10 introduces significant updates in security and data protection, along with enhancements to the web-console and system roles to automate operations. These improvements aim to ensure consistency in complex IT environments. The release also focuses on enhancing system availability, reliability, and recovery processes, with notable advancements in virtual machine snapshot functions for hybrid cloud scenarios.

New system roles have been added to streamline the creation and management of logical volume manager (LVM) snapshots, improving data backup and recovery. The update emphasizes performance, scalability, and reliability to support developers in application development and management. Additionally, AlmaLinux 8.10 extends support for older hardware, allowing users to stay updated on current operating systems.