| Feature | Amazon Linux 2 (AL2) | Amazon Linux 2023 (AL2023) | Bottlerocket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | General purpose; optimized for AWS | General purpose; optimized for latest AWS capabilities | Purpose-built for hosting container workloads |
| Support Duration | Long-term support until June 30, 2023 | Supported for five years post general availability | Supported by AWS, with frequent updates |
| Package Management | Uses yum |
Uses dnf; locks to a specific version of the repository |
Minimized package set for security and efficiency |
| Update Mechanism | Kernel live patching; less frequent updates | Frequent, controlled updates; quarterly minor updates | Automated updates with orchestration support (EKS, ECS) |
| Security and Compliance | Kernel live patching for security | Frequent updates and features to enhance compliance | Designed for security; minimal attack surface |
| Usage | Available as a virtual machine and container image for on-premises use | Emphasizes cloud and enterprise applications | Optimized for cloud-native environments |
| Additional Features | Supported by over sixty-five partners; tuned for performance on AWS | Provides features to help meet compliance needs | Open-source; easy to keep nodes up-to-date |
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June 25, 2024 17:46
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