What is Amazon Linux?
Amazon Linux provides a Linux distribution for AWS workloads.
Who is Amazon Linux for?
Teams evaluating software that provides a Linux distribution for AWS workloads. Check linux operating system and package management against the actual workflow, deployment and access requirements.
Amazon Linux features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Linux operating system
- Package management
- AWS workload support
Amazon Linux pricing
Open-source software
Scope infrastructure, maintenance, integration and support separately from the open-source software. Managed hosting, connected cloud resources and commercial services can incur additional costs.
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An open-source distribution is available. Review its licence, supported platforms and distribution terms separately from any hosted cloud services.
Before you choose Amazon Linux
Does the operating system support the hardware, drivers and applications you need?
What are the update, licensing, support and recovery arrangements for the deployment?
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Does Amazon Linux have a free plan?
An open-source distribution is available. Review its licence, supported platforms and distribution terms separately from any hosted cloud services.
Who is Amazon Linux for?
Teams evaluating software that provides a Linux distribution for AWS workloads. Check linux operating system and package management against the actual workflow, deployment and access requirements.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.