SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0 - Hardened BYOS (x86_64)

The industry's first enterprise Linux that integrates agentic AI is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 16. This release provides deeper visibility, insights and automated management to streamline operations, reduce operational costs and time troubleshooting and create a faster time to market for mission critical applications.

Core Drivers of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

• Ubiquity - "Anywhere and Any Way": SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 is being designed to run "Anywhere and Any Way." Whether on the edge, in the cloud, on physical servers, in virtual environments, or in containerized deployments, SLES 16 will support enterprises wherever they choose to deploy their workloads. This flexibility is a direct response to customer needs, allowing organizations to adapt effortlessly to changes in technology and business demands. Furthermore, SLES 16 is being developed to leverage the latest hardware enhancements throughout its lifecycle, ensuring optimal performance on new infrastructure advancements.
• Continuity - Securing Long-Term IT Investments: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 is engineered to protect the long-term investments of customers. The platform is designed to support enterprises' IT needs well into the future, with a lifecycle adapted to manage both legacy and emerging workloads. This adaptability provides businesses with a reliable foundation that enables innovation while maintaining stability for critical operations.
• Long-term Trust - Future-Proof Infrastructure Designed for Longevity: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 is engineered to support the long-term IT investments of enterprises with a platform built for enduring stability and adaptability. Understanding that infrastructure needs evolve, SUSE has designed SLES 16 to manage both legacy and emerging workloads across diverse environments-including hybrid and multi-cloud. Additionally, with a 64-bit time architecture, SLES 16 addresses the 2038 Unix epoch problem, ensuring reliable operation well beyond 2038 and enabling organizations to confidently rely on SLES 16 for extended, future-proof deployments.
• Business-Critical Linux - Ensure Business Continuity: With enhanced SUSE Linux technologies like Live Patching for both kernel and user-space applications, SLES 16 supports the continuous operation of essential workloads, ensuring resilience and business continuity even under demanding conditions while minimizing operational costs and risks.
• Security and Compliance: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 is designed to achieve the highest levels of industry-standard certifications, continuing SUSE's legacy of delivering certified enterprise solutions, as seen with SLES 15. This focus on compliance enables SLES 16 to meet regulatory requirements across multiple industries, giving organizations confidence to deploy it in even the most sensitive environments. Additionally, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16 is developed to provide a secure enterprise environment with robust technical features like SELinux for comprehensive system protection. SUSE's commitment to delivering the highest levels of security ensures that SLES 16 customers benefit from a resilient and safe operating environment to protect their critical workloads.

This is a "Bring Your Own Subscription" version of SLES which includes support from SUSE.

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