We’re announcing the upcoming end of standard support for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa) on 31 May 2025, as we focus on delivering a more secure and optimized Linux experience.  Originally released i...

Microsoft Azure is thrilled to participate in SUSECON 2025, where we look forward to sharing insights, learning, and collaborating with everyone attending. Discover why Microsoft Azure is a trusted a...

As we venture into 2025, it's exhilarating to reflect on the astonishing strides we've made in the domain of Linux and Open Source Software (OSS) on Azure. Let us dive into another edition of the qua...

Take advantage of Microsoft's limited-time Linux reservations offer to bring unparalleled value to your customers! With up to 56% savings on virtual machines running Linux in Azure, this promotion is...

Introduction Building on the insights from our previous blog regarding how MSFT ensures the quality of Linux images, this article aims to elaborate on the open-source tools that are instrumental in...

  In the continuously evolving landscape of cloud computing and AI, the quality and reliability of virtual machines (VMs) plays vital role for businesses running mission-critical workloads. With ov...

Microsoft Ignite 2024 brought with it groundbreaking announcements, and Red Hat stood at the forefront, unveiling a series of innovations designed to empower businesses across industries. These annou...

We are pleased to announce that the Azure security baseline through Azure Policy and Machine Configuration for Linux has moved to public preview, and we are expanding the capabilities with built-in a...