Microsoft has LinkedIn ditch CentOS for Azure Linux

According to a recent blog post, back in April 2024, LinkedIn (owned by Microsoft) transitioned nearly all its servers, virtual machines, and containers to Azure Linux. This migration was a strategic move to modernize LinkedIn's compute stack and enhance its ability to serve over 1 billion users. The shift to Azure Linux was largely motivated by the end of life for CentOS 7, which had previously powered much of LinkedIn's infrastructure. The change addressed several technical challenges, such as outdated user-space, slow bootstrap times, and the need for timely security updates. By adopting Azure Linux, LinkedIn aimed to improve performance,… [Continue Reading]