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Red Hat technology insights: CentOS to RHEL
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CentOS Linux 7 End of Life: What You Need to Know
Overview
CentOS Linux 7 officially reached its end of life (EOL) on June 30, 2024. This article explores what that means, how to prepare for the transition, and how Red Hat can support your migration.
What is CentOS Linux?
CentOS Linux is a free, community-supported distribution derived from Red Hat® Enterprise Linux®. Developed and maintained by the CentOS Project community, it followed the Red Hat Enterprise Linux release cycle but was not a Red Hat product and did not include Red Hat support.
Why is CentOS Linux being discontinued?
In 2020, the CentOS Project, in collaboration with Red Hat, announced a shift in focus to CentOS Stream—the upstream development platform for future Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions. Consequently, CentOS Linux updates and new releases were phased out between 2021 and 2024, culminating in CentOS Linux 7 reaching EOL on June 30, 2024.
What does EOL mean?
End of life (EOL) signifies that a product is no longer maintained or updated. Organizations relying on CentOS Linux must migrate to a new solution to continue receiving security patches, updates, and support.
What does this mean for you?
If your organization is still running CentOS Linux 7, it’s critical to transition to a supported operating system to maintain security, stability, and access to new features. Staying on CentOS Linux 7 exposes your systems to unpatched vulnerabilities and security risks. While some third-party providers may offer continued support, these solutions would be independent forks, unaffiliated with the CentOS Project, CentOS Stream, or Red Hat.
