AlmaLinux Community Activities in Japan

January 31, 2024

AlmaLinux Day Tokyo
December 9th, 2023
Speaker: Yohei Suzuki

1.Title and Presenter:
– Title: AlmaLinux Community Activities in Japan
– Presenter: Yohei Suzuki (Cybertrust Japan)
2.Background:
– Suzuki introduces himself and his role at Cybertrust Japan Co. Ltd., discussing his career and involvement in open-source software and Linux distributions.
3.AlmaLinux Community and Cybertrust’s Efforts:
– The presentation covers the history of CentOS and the transformation of MIRACLE LINUX, leading to Cybertrust’s involvement with AlmaLinux.
– Suzuki outlines the strengths of AlmaLinux and details Cybertrust’s activities and initiatives within the AlmaLinux community, emphasizing the company’s role in supporting and promoting AlmaLinux in Japan.
4.AlmaLinux’s Strengths and Services:
– The presentation highlights the advantages of AlmaLinux, including its robust community support, ability to handle critical vulnerabilities, and its compatibility with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
– Suzuki discusses various support services offered by Cybertrust for AlmaLinux, such as long-term support, security enhancements, and compliance with standards like FIPS140-3.
5.Transition from CentOS to AlmaLinux:
– The document includes a detailed analysis of the transition from CentOS to AlmaLinux, addressing the concerns and needs of Japanese users and organizations. It outlines the steps Cybertrust is taking to facilitate this transition and ensure continuity and stability for users migrating to AlmaLinux.
6.Conclusion:
– The presentation concludes with a summary of Cybertrust’s commitment to providing secure, long-term Linux solutions through AlmaLinux and its continued support and development within the community.