CentOS 8 Stream - Extended Support Options?
Posted by i_likebeefjerky@reddit | linux | View on Reddit | 7 comments
Has anyone found a company that provides extended security patching/support for CentOS Stream 8 specifically?
We have a handful of systems that simply cannot be migrated for the next few months. I’ve found providers like OpenLogic that offer extended support for CentOS 8, but they do not support CentOS Stream 8.
Looking for:
- Security patches/CVE remediation
- Commercial support options
- Real-world experiences if anyone has used a provider for Stream 8
Trying to bridge the gap until we can complete migrations to a newer platform.
abotelho-cbn@reddit
Migrate to AlmaLinux 8.
srekkas@reddit
And then Alma 9?
abotelho-cbn@reddit
Presumably if they want to stick to Stream 8 it's because they need to remain compatible with EL8.
Fit_Prize_3245@reddit
Why would you want extended support in a platform that is not intended for real server usage?
aloobhujiyaay@reddit
Unfortunately, Stream 8 is kind of an awkward case because it wasn't designed around long-term static maintenance the way traditional enterprise releases are
Maximum-Bit7783@reddit
You could look at Red Hat's Convert2RHEL so you could switch to EL8's Maintenance Support phase. Not sure if this case is covered.
linuxhiker@reddit
https://commandprompt.com/ will do it, but it isn't cheap.