Introduction
VelociHOST is proud to announce the general availability of Debian 12 “bookworm”. The new operating system can be installed on Bare Metal Dedicated Servers on our Miami data center.
Debian 12, codenamed “bookworm,” has been released after an impressive 1 year, 9 months, and 28 days of development. This new stable version is backed by the Debian Security team and the Debian Long Term Support team, ensuring support for the next 5 years.
New archive area
Upgraded desktop environments
New packages available
Multiple languages
Debian Med and Astro Blend
The Debian Med Blend introduces the shiny-server package, which simplifies scientific web applications using R. The team has maintained Continuous Integration support for Debian Med team packages. Install the metapackages at version 3.8.x for Debian bookworm.
The Debian Astro Blend continues to cater to professional astronomers, enthusiasts, and hobbyists with updates to almost all software packages in the blend. It now includes astap and planetary-system-stacker, aiding image stacking and astrometry resolution, as well as openvlbi, the open source correlator.
Stronger Security features
Another noteworthy feature is the reintroduction of Secure Boot support on ARM64, allowing users of UEFI-capable ARM64 hardware to boot with Secure Boot mode enabled for enhanced security.
Package and upgrades
Debian 12 bookworm boasts numerous updated software packages, including Apache 2.4.57, BIND DNS Server 9.18, Cryptsetup 2.6, Dovecot MTA 2.3.19, Emacs 28.2, GIMP 2.10.34, GNU Compiler Collection 12.2, GnuPG 2.2.40, Inkscape 1.2.2, and many others.
Multiple architecture support
Debian 12 is designed to be a universal operating system, suitable for various use cases, such as desktop systems, netbooks, development servers, cluster systems, and database, web, and storage servers. The release is officially supported on nine architectures, including 32-bit PC (i386), 64-bit PC (amd64), 64-bit ARM (arm64), ARM EABI (armel), ARMv7 (EABI hard-float ABI, armhf), little-endian MIPS (mipsel), 64-bit little-endian MIPS (mips64el), 64-bit little-endian PowerPC (ppc64el), and IBM System z (s390x).
Upgrade from Debian 11
Upgrading to Debian 12 from the previous release, Debian 11 bullseye, is handled by the APT package management tool for most configurations. However, before upgrading, it is crucial to back up important data and configuration information to ensure a smooth transition.
Debian’s release notes and installation guide provide detailed instructions for a painless upgrade. As always, the Debian community continues its commitment to providing the best operating system possible, and Debian 12 bookworm is another significant milestone in this journey.
Key advantages of Debian 12
Debian 12 bookworm has several advantages over other operating systems, including:
- Stability: Debian is known for its stability, and Debian 12 is no exception. The packages in Debian are carefully tested and reviewed before they are included in the distribution, which helps to ensure that they are stable and reliable.
- Security: Debian is also known for its security. The distribution includes a number of security features, such as kernel hardening and SELinux, which help to protect your system from attack.
- Customizability: Debian is a highly customizable operating system. You can choose from a variety of desktop environments, and you can also install additional software packages to customize your system to your liking.
- Community support: Debian has a large and active community of users and developers. This means that there is a lot of support available if you need help with your system.
- Free and open source: Debian is a free and open-source operating system. This means that you can freely download, use, and modify the software.
Overall, Debian 12 bookworm is a great choice for users who are looking for a stable, secure, and customizable operating system.
VelociHOST and Debian 12 availability
Take advantage of the new and improved capabilities of Debian 12 by deploying it on a Bare Metal Server or GPU Dedicated Server from VelociHOST Miami data center. The installation process is completely automatic. The bare metal console from VelociHOST provides users with direct access to all the administration tools needed to maintain and troubleshoot your Debian 12 dedicated server.
You can also download Debian 12 packages from our public mirror.
Conclusion
At velociHOST we are delighted to offer the official release of Debian 12 “Bookworm.” with our cloud services. This eagerly anticipated operating system is now available for installation on Bare Metal Dedicated Servers, ushering in a new era of advanced capabilities and enhanced performance.
Debian 12 “Bookworm” stands out as a superior operating system with a host of advantages over other alternatives. Its key strengths lie in its unmatched stability, as it undergoes rigorous testing and review before incorporating any packages. This ensures a reliable and consistent user experience.
Additionally, Debian’s robust security features, such as kernel hardening and SELinux, fortify the system against potential threats, providing users with a secure computing environment.
The operating system’s customizability is another highlight, enabling users to tailor their experience with various desktop environments and the option to install additional software packages to suit their preferences. Moreover, Debian’s vast and vibrant community of users and developers contributes to an extensive support network, offering assistance and guidance to users in need.
Furthermore, Debian’s free and open-source nature grants users the freedom to download, use, and modify the software according to their requirements, emphasizing transparency and user empowerment.
In essence, Debian 12 “Bookworm” emerges as an exceptional choice for those seeking a stable, secure, and highly customizable operating system, capable of meeting a diverse range of user needs.