Oracle Linux 10 – Optimized with Cockpit & Local AI Assistant on Azure
by Madarson It, LLC
Azure-optimized Oracle Linux 10 with Cockpit and a local AI assistant for enterprise-ready system operations.
This Azure Marketplace image provides an Azure-optimized Oracle Linux 10 system configured with secure defaults and modern operational tooling. It is designed for general-purpose production workloads that benefit from simplicity, transparency, and local AI assistance.
Unlike cloud-hosted or vendor-managed AI services, this image includes a locally deployed AI system assistant that runs entirely within the virtual machine. All analysis occurs on the VM itself, ensuring full control over data residency and system context.
The image also includes Cockpit for browser-based administration, combining graphical system management with AI-assisted troubleshooting out of the box.
Key Features:
- Azure-optimized Oracle Linux 10
- Secure system defaults with automated updates
- Local AI system assistant with no external dependencies
- Cockpit web console for browser-based management
- Transparent, community-driven enterprise Linux
- Secure defaults with automated updates
Local AI System Assistant:
The system includes a command-line AI assistant designed specifically for Linux administration. It operates locally on the VM and can analyze logs, services, and configuration files.
Example usage:
sys-ai "Why is SSH failing for oracleuser?"
The assistant provides actionable diagnostics and remediation guidance based on the real system state.
The underlying model is managed using Ollama and can be accessed directly:
ollama run mistral
What's Included:
- Oracle Linux 10
- Local AI system assistant (sys-ai)
- Ollama runtime with preconfigured model
- Cockpit web console
- Pre-configured firewall, SELinux, and audit subsystem
Use Cases:
- Application hosting on Azure
- Dev, Test and Regulated workloads
- Operational platforms requiring local AI assistance
- Internal services and tooling
Ideal For:
- Platform and DevOps teams
- SaaS providers and internal engineering teams
- Organizations seeking simplicity and control
Getting Started:
Deploy from Azure Marketplace → Connect to VM → Open port 9090 → Access Cockpit at https://your-vm-ip:9090
Use the AI assistant directly from the shell:
sys-ai "Explain recent authentication failures"
To speak with us about private offers, custom security requirements, or compliance needs, contact us at info@madarsonit.com
Disclaimer: Oracle and Oracle Linux are trademarks of Oracle Corporation. Ollama and Mistral are open-source projects. Madarson IT is not affiliated with or endorsed by Oracle Corporation.