Top 10 Linux blog posts that deserve a spot on your reading list

As technology continues to advance, Linux remains a trusted and adaptable platform for everything from software development to enterprise IT. This roundup explores how Red Hat is building on that legacy with new tools, features and guidance to help users make the most of their Linux experience. Whether you’re customizing images with image builder, exploring the latest features in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10, or brushing up on terminal commands, there’s something here for everyone. 

    1. What's new in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10

RHEL 10 builds on decades of innovation to bring a new, adaptable platform for enterprise needs. With updates that include the Linux kernel 6.11, Podman 5.0 and vital development tooling such as Go, Rust, and Java, this release ensures you're running the latest and most reliable technology.  

But RHEL 10 is hardly just an update. It introduces ground-breaking technologies like RHEL Lightspeed, a generative AI assistant you can use from the command-line for help with managing your systems. Available through Red Hat Insights image builder, RHEL 10 streamlines custom image creation so you can integrate custom containers into your cloud workflow.

    2. 20 essential Linux commands for every user

Linux isn't just for developers. Whether you're running Linux on a server, laptop, or as a container within macOS or Windows, terminal commands are essential tools for efficiency. This guide highlights 20 commands to help you navigate, search, download, and manage files. From simple commands like cd (change directory) and pwd (get current directory) to powerful tools like grep (search), ssh (secure connections), and dnf (install software), these commands help you compute faster!

    3. 10 reasons to get started with enterprise Linux in 2025

Linux isn't just an operating system, it's a platform for innovation. From hybrid cloud to AI, this article explains why 2025 is the year to adopt enterprise Linux. It highlights Linux's ability to automate processes, scale across environments, support developers and provide a secure, flexible foundation backed by open source collaboration.

    4. Red Hat Enterprise Linux in 2025: Making Linux do more

RHEL is designed to tackle the complexities of modern IT infrastructure, especially in cloud computing. RHEL integrates solutions to everyday challenges, helping businesses save time and effort in management. Continuously evolving to support trends like cloud containers and AI, RHEL maintains its reliability while adapting to new needs. It’s not just an operating system; it’s a hub for automation efficiency and innovation.

    5. 10 Enterprise Linux myths debunked

Despite its enduring 30+ years of history, many myths surrounding Linux persist, like the idea that it's hard to learn or that it's not user-friendly. Today's Linux is accessible, customizable and flexible, offering user-friendly interfaces and numerous options. With comprehensive updates and continuous improvements driven by open source collaboration, Linux meets the needs of both beginners and experts alike.

    6. Image mode for Red Hat Enterprise Linux: A quick start guide

This guide introduces the process of packaging RHEL as a containerized operating system (OS). Learn about developing, testing and delivering custom Open Container Initiative (OCI) images using tools like bootc and Podman. This guide walks you through creating a simple LAMP stack in an RHEL boot container, pushing it to a registry, and deploying it with tools like KVM and QEMU, AWS, or on bare metal. Containerized OS images offer easy standardization, efficient updates, and simple management, along with new possibilities for automation and diverse use cases.

    7. Build RHEL 10 with Insights Image Builder

Red Hat has added RHEL 10 to the image builder tool, making it easy to create custom images for both physical systems, and for public, private, and hybrid clouds. Red Hat Insights allows you to customize your image, and to update it from a central location and easily distribute it across your infrastructure. Detailed guides are available for customizing and launching images, as well as integrating with automated pipelines. 

    8. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 plans for Wayland and Xorg server

RHEL 10 has transitioned to Wayland as the default window system, phasing out Xorg. Xwayland is being used to support legacy X11 clients. This shift allows Red Hat to focus on improving Wayland's HDR security display configurations and GPU management, and to pave the way for a simpler, cleaner, and advanced graphic server.

    9. OpenSSL in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10: From engines to providers

OpenSSL in RHEL 10 is no longer using the outdated "engine" system, and instead is being used with the more flexible "provider" model. This means improved support for cryptographic operations that are essential for meeting modern security standards like FIPS-140-3. New providers, including PKCS#11 TPM2 and OQS, enhance compatibility and enable easy updates. This change simplifies cryptographic operations, improving security while adapting to emerging needs like post-quantum cryptography.

    10. SELinux and RHEL: A technical exploration of security hardening

SELinux is a key security feature in RHEL, allowing strict access controls to protect your system against vulnerabilities. It's enabled by default with targeted policies for securing web servers and database services. SELinux reduces the severity of exploits, especially in containers and virtual environments. To maintain security, it’s crucial to keep SELinux enabled, understand its alerts, and understand how to update policies when necessary.

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Red Hat continues to shape the future of enterprise Linux by delivering powerful, flexible, and robust open source solutions. From simplifying system management with AI to expanding support for containers and hybrid cloud, we're committed to helping users navigate modern IT demands with confidence. With each new update and guide, Red Hat reinforces its dedication to innovation, accessibility, and long-term reliability across the Linux ecosystem.