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The emergence of Rocky Linux, a community-driven enterprise operating system, represents a significant shift in SESAME's Scientific computing landscape. This paper explores the transition from CentOS to Rocky Linux by the computing group, examining motivations, advancements, and implications institution-wide.
In 2008, the Computing and Control group at SESAME initially adopted Scientific Linux as the primary Linux distribution due to its maintenance by CERN and widespread use in research communities. However, technical challenges and the cessation of support for Scientific Linux led to a switch to CentOS in 2013. Unfortunately, CentOS's announced of reaching End of Life (EOL) by end of 2021, means no further updates or support, posing significant challenges for ongoing operations and development at SESAME.
Motivated by the need for stability and long-term support amid changes in CentOS, the decision to migrate to Rocky Linux ensures continuity in computing operations. Technical aspects of Rocky Linux development, such as system configurations and integration, are examined, highlighting collaborative efforts within SESAME to enhance the operating system.
Adoption of Rocky Linux fosters open collaboration and innovation, empowering research teams to tackle complex tasks. Challenges, including compatibility issues, are addressed through proactive planning and testing.
In summary, SESAME's switch to Rocky Linux shows their commitment to teamwork and using the best tools available. This change demonstrates SESAME's ability to adapt to new challenges, driving progress in science and innovation.
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