Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux™ 9
by Art Group
Secure and production-ready PostgreSQL® 16 database image on Rocky Linux™ 9 — optimized for performance, security, and enterprise workloads.
Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux™ 9: Reliable, Secure, Enterprise-Ready
Deploy Database for PostgreSQL® 16 on Rocky Linux 9 — a hardened, cloud-ready solution combining PostgreSQL innovations with the enterprise-grade stability of Rocky Linux.
This virtual machine includes a fully pre-installed instance of PostgreSQL® 16 running on Rocky Linux 9. As a downstream-compatible RHEL® alternative, Rocky Linux provides security, longevity, and consistency, while PostgreSQL 16 introduces modern improvements to query performance, replication, and developer tooling.
PostgreSQL 16 enhances parallel execution, optimizes memory usage for workloads, and brings advanced monitoring features. Together with Rocky Linux’s SELinux integration and enterprise update model, this VM is a reliable choice for production and development environments in the cloud.
Ideal for enterprises, developers, and database administrators looking for secure, scalable, and high-performance PostgreSQL deployments aligned with RHEL-compatible infrastructures.
| Feature | PostgreSQL® 16 | PostgreSQL® 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Query Engine | Improved parallel queries, better workload balancing, enhanced vacuum | Good performance with baseline parallel features |
| Replication | Enhanced logical replication, parallel apply, conflict management | Basic logical replication, lacks parallel apply |
| Security | SSL enabled by default, SCRAM-SHA-256, SELinux enforcement | SSL optional, MD5 auth, less strict SELinux integration |
| Developer Features | Advanced JSONB, richer monitoring, stored procedures | Core JSON support, fewer monitoring enhancements |
| Indexing | Parallel index builds, B-tree deduplication, optimized memory | Sequential index creation, less efficient deduplication |
This solution combines PostgreSQL® 16 innovation with Rocky Linux 9 reliability, ensuring a scalable, enterprise-ready platform for cloud deployments. Perfect for critical databases, hybrid workloads, and modern applications on Azure.
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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.