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Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux™ 8

by Art Group

Hardened Database for PostgreSQL® 16 image on Rocky Linux™ 8 — enterprise-grade, cloud-optimized, and secure by default.

Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux™ 8: Reliable SQL Engine on a Stable Enterprise OS

Deploy Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux 8 — a hardened and production-ready Linux® environment designed for consistency and security.

This virtual machine delivers a fully configured instance of PostgreSQL® 16 running on Rocky Linux 8, the open-source, enterprise-grade RHEL® alternative. It is tailored for teams that require robust database performance, high availability, and streamlined deployment in the cloud.

PostgreSQL 16 introduces key enhancements in query parallelism, JSON handling, and workload management. Combined with Rocky Linux 8’s enterprise consistency, this VM ensures reliable operations for mission-critical workloads, microservices, and data-driven applications.

Optimized for Azure, the image simplifies cloud adoption by delivering PostgreSQL configured for efficiency, performance, and secure lifecycle management.

Feature Art Group Edition Standard Edition
Provisioning Prebuilt and optimized PostgreSQL 16 image for instant Azure deployment Manual installation, setup, and hardening required
Configuration Database engine tuned for query performance, memory usage, and vacuum operations Default configuration with no optimizations
Documentation Includes a complete guide for deployment, access, and scaling No detailed onboarding or cloud integration support
Security Configured with SSL, SCRAM authentication, firewall, and hardened SSH policies Requires manual adjustments; defaults may leave vulnerabilities
Support for Azure Optimized for Azure VM environment, including networking and storage integrations Generic image without Azure-specific optimizations

This solution is designed for engineers and IT teams who need a strong open-source SQL engine on a dependable RHEL®-based distribution. It merges PostgreSQL’s new features with Rocky Linux 8’s enterprise-level reliability, making it ideal for cloud-native applications and scalable infrastructures.

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Disclaimer: This offering leverages open-source components and is fully compliant with Azure Hybrid Benefit. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. PostgreSQL® is a registered trademark of the PostgreSQL Community Association of Canada. Rocky Linux® is a trademark of the Rocky Enterprise Software Foundation. Art Group does not provide commercial licenses; many products are available as free, demo, or open-source versions.

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