Amazon Linux
5.9#22 in operating systemsFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
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HPE Morpheus VM Essentials Software
7.1#3 in operating systemsFrom $50 a monthWebLinuxSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Amazon Linux | HPE Morpheus VM Essentials Software |
|---|---|---|
| Security | AL2023 includes configurable security policies such as SELinux modes and FUTURE or LEGACY system cryptographic policies. | HPE describes role-based access policies and governance controls for managing access to IT resources. |
| Support | AL2023 receives five years of support for each version and is supported until June 2029. | HPE says VM Essentials is backed by its global enterprise support. |
Amazon Linux plans
- Amazon Linux 2023Free
- Amazon Linux 2027 (Preview)Free
HPE Morpheus VM Essentials Software plans
- 1-year E-LTUPriced on request
- Enterprise Software per Socket — 1-year New InstallPriced on request
- 3-year E-LTUPriced on request
- Enterprise Software per Socket — 3-year New InstallPriced on request
- Enterprise Software per Socket — 5-year New InstallPriced on request
- 5-year E-LTUPriced on request
Pick Amazon Linux if…
Amazon Linux suits users running workloads on EC2 or Docker containers who want a free Linux distribution. It may also fit developers who need container images for local development or other environments.
Pick HPE Morpheus VM Essentials Software if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.