Migrating to Ubuntu from RHEL and SUSE: Save and optimize your IT infrastructure
Why migrate to Ubuntu?
Looking for an alternative to Red Hat and SUSE subscriptions? Ubuntu is accessible, stable and fully open source. You can install it, test it or run it in production freely. Optionally you can hire technical support at a more than reasonable price, but always choosing what you need and how much (or even when) you want to pay for it.
3 Advantages of migrating to Ubuntu
💰 1. Much more reasonable prices
Why pay more? With your migration to Ubuntu, you don’t have to worry about socket, core, or TB licenses. Instead, you can opt for the professional support of Ubuntu Pro, only if you need it. Unlike Red Hat and SUSE, which require constant investment in licenses, here you control the costs and adapt them to your needs. Ubuntu Pro gives you access to the largest catalog of free software (with support) on the market. Install whatever you want, as many times as you need, and wherever necessary without worrying about anything else.
🛡️ 2. Stability and reliability based on Debian
Debian, the backbone of critical internet services, is the foundation on which Ubuntu is built. The result? A reliable system thanks to its open source code, strict security policies, and quick updates that keep everything under control. Perfect if you don’t want any surprises.
Ubuntu lets you soar. No ties to a single provider, using only free software (which will always be free), you can design your infrastructure as you wish. Forget the limitations and explore the flexibility that only open source can offer you.
How do we do it?
So you don’t have to worry about anything
- 1️⃣ Initial audit: We conduct a detailed inventory of Red Hat or SUSE licenses (subscription, support type, expiration dates) and affected servers.
- 2️⃣ Cost evaluation: We calculate the current Red Hat or SUSE costs (licenses, support, maintenance) and project the costs of migrating to Ubuntu (including optional Canonical support).
- 3️⃣ Technical evaluation: We identify system-specific dependencies, software versions, and critical applications that could be affected.
- 4️⃣ Risk analysis: We assess technical, operational, and compatibility risks; establish mitigation plans.
- 5️⃣ Opportunity identification: We evaluate the benefits of Ubuntu, such as increased flexibility, cost savings, and access to an open ecosystem.
- 6️⃣ Pilot test: We set up a test environment on Ubuntu to validate the compatibility and performance of each critical service.
- 7️⃣ Migration plan: We design a detailed timeline for the transition, prioritizing less critical servers.
- 8️⃣ Execution and monitoring: We gradually migrate, ensuring documentation, continuous monitoring, and providing support for any incidents.
FAQ
How will Ubuntu manage my enterprise infrastructure at scale?
Ubuntu offers centralized server management and a robust infrastructure for large enterprises. With tools like Landscape, you can efficiently manage thousands of Ubuntu machines, simplifying infrastructure management and boosting productivity.
How will it affect my automation processes?
Ubuntu is fully compatible with major automation tools like Ansible. Additionally, its repositories provide a fully compatible ecosystem with these tools, making implementation easier and allowing for a smooth transition from Red Hat or SUSE.
Can I continue using the same container and orchestration tools?
Of course. Ubuntu is compatible with Docker, Kubernetes, LXD, and other container systems, so you won’t have to change your workflows or tools. Additionally, its ease of integration into hybrid or multi-cloud environments makes managing the container ecosystem even easier.
Is Ubuntu suitable for critical production environments?
Yes. Many companies in sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and healthcare already use Ubuntu in critical production environments due to its stability, performance, and enterprise support. Its popularity in the cloud (including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud) further strengthens its reliability in production.
Fewer updates, more stability, less costs
Long Term Support (LTS)
When we talk about peace of mind, the LTS (long term support) versions of Ubuntu are unbeatable. With Ubuntu Pro, you get up to 10 years of technical support, plus security tools with support for universal packages.
Here we show you the support at Red Hat. What does it imply? Every 6 months you have to make a relevant change to the distribution, only the latest version is minimally stable. In fact, many products that work on Red Hat, when they are certified for a version, it is no longer supported. The “extended” and “SAP” are charged separately.
Compare it to Ubuntu LTS. Much more aligned with the needs of organizations and with the life cycle of the HW and applications.
