Advantages and Disadvantages of CentOS Stream
The Linux community unanimously ridiculed Red Hat for shifting its CentOS distro to a rolling release distribution model in 2021. It was initially distributed in the long-term support model.
Users worldwide complained about it, and companies that use it, such as cPanel, stopped providing support for it.
Several 1-to-1 replacements, such as AlmaLinux, also appeared online and have gained popularity. You may have witnessed these grumblings online if you stay in the loop about open-source developments.
In this post, we’ll discuss why many users think the move to CentOS Stream is a big mistake. We’ll also discuss the background and history of the distro, its current state, advantages, disadvantages, and whether or not it’s a viable option for you.
We’ve also shortlisted some alternatives that you can start using right away.