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sha256sum OracleLinux-8.5-x86_64-dvd.iso

sudo dnf install kernel-uek # Switch to UEK sudo dnf install kernel # Switch to RHCK

: Continues to provide multiple versions of user space components (databases, languages, etc.) that can be updated independently of the core OS. ISO Download Options

ISO, a critical update in the Oracle Linux 8 series designed for enterprise workloads. Executive Summary: Oracle Linux 8.5

| ISO Type | Description | Best For | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | The full 8-10 GB image. Contains all base packages plus thousands of optional packages (development tools, GUI desktops, databases). | Offline installations or servers with limited internet. | | Boot ISO | A tiny ~700 MB image. Boots into the installer but fetches all packages from the internet. | Minimal internet-connected servers. | | Base ISO | A mid-sized image (~1.5 GB). Contains just enough for a minimal server environment. | Containers, cloud images, or minimal appliances. |