For many, thinking about technology is still synonymous with futurology. Perhaps due to the non-linear evolution that sometimes surprises us, or because of ruptures that suddenly change the course of what seemed predictable, there are still those who believe it is impossible to anticipate the next wave. And worse: that it doesn't even make sense to try to do that.
However, upon closer inspection, we notice that the history of technology was not an entirely unpredictable journey. In addition to the major leaps, your progress has been supported by discreet but decisive foundations. It is here that a truth sometimes uncomfortable arises: it is not enough to innovate; it is also necessary to carefully choose where to implement that innovation so that it does not collapse with the first change of tide.
In technology, attention cannot be solely on today; it must also be on the future. Based on that, the idea of a time-tested infrastructure makes sense. And it does not require magic or guessing. Requires strategy. It takes sensitivity to look beyond the "bits and bytes" and understand that beneath everything visible, there is a critical layer that cannot fail.
Many people think of cloud, artificial intelligence, automation, and microservices. But what keeps all of this together? What is the common layer that allows applications to run, systems to communicate with each other, and data to travel securely from one end of the planet to the other? This layer — this digital backbone — has a name that is rarely mentioned outside the technical world, but it enables all of this to happen: the operating system.
Without glamour or marketing, the operating system has been for decades the bridge between hardware and software, between ideas and their execution. No matter how revolutionary a new app is — without a robust, secure, and adaptable operating system, it will not reach production. There is no trust. There is no scale. There is no future.
Today, this layer assumes even greater importance because we are entering a hybrid era, in which traditional and modern environments must coexist. An era in which technical talent is scarce, budgets are tight, and cyberattacks are increasing; automation is not a luxury but a necessity; and AI is no longer an experiment but a driver of competitive advantage.
So why don't we talk more about the operating system? Why don't we recognize that a so-called "basic" decision like choosing the right system can be what enables — or hinders — innovation? The answer may lie in its nature: the operating system is invisible, but it is everywhere. And like everything that is essential, we tend to forget it... until something goes wrong.
Therefore, it is worth taking a closer look at what it means to have an operating system prepared for the future. One that not only executes processes but can become the true facilitator of sustained digital transformation.
All of this can be found in Enterprise Linux, a Linux distribution created from carefully selected content, rigorously tested and validated within a broad ecosystem of hardware and software partners. Unlike many distributions provided by the community, Enterprise Linux offers not only innovation and performance but also continuous security, technical support, and proven stability. It is the foundation upon which organizations can build without fear, knowing they can scale, modernize, and evolve without losing control. Because the future cannot be improvised. It is being built. And every great construction begins with a solid foundation.
Evolving together with the market
This vision is not just theoretical. It is backed by decades of adoption and trust. According to data from theIDC56% of companies using public clouds and 49% of those operating in private clouds rely on enterprise Linux as their base operating system, precisely because of the additional services it offers.
Leader in this market for over 25 years, Red Hat continuously reinvents Enterprise Linux to stay at the forefront. Not as an isolated piece, but as a connective tissue between the past, the present, and the technological future.
Your latest release, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10, is a concrete response to the most urgent challenges of today. Your strength comes from the power of open source: a model that combines transparency, collaboration, and innovation to anticipate problems, not just react to them. This allows companies to create ready-made solutions for a world where artificial intelligence and quantum computing will cease to be futuristic topics and become the new normal.
The impact goes beyond the technical.ReportRecent IDC data shows that companies standardizing their infrastructure on Red Hat Enterprise Linux achieve tangible benefits: operational savings, increased productivity, performance improvements, and enabling new initiatives. It is estimated that this translates to profits of approximately US$ 26 million annually, with a return on investment (ROI) of 313% over three years.
Decisions guided by innovation
The new version of the operating system represents an important step to help organizations address current significant challenges, such as controlling deviations, making better decisions from the start of the service lifecycle, strengthening security, automating intelligently, and reducing dependence on highly specialized skills thanks to AI-based tools.
But this goes beyond the infrastructure. Modernizing a company's digital base has a real impact on people's lives. From protecting banking data to the smooth operation of delivery apps and the efficiency of virtual assistants in call centers, everything — silently — depends on the robustness of the operating system behind the scenes.
In a world where more devices are connected every day and astronomic volumes of data are generated, any failure in this database can have huge consequences for companies and consumers. Therefore, advances in operating systems not only transform organizations: they also improve the digital experience of millions of people, helping to address current challenges and opening doors to the future.
