After the release of the Ubuntu 24.04 edition of Linux For Network Engineers (LFNE) I’ve got some questions from the community. Here are two new flavors of LFNE based on your requests.
LFNE AlmaLinux 10 OS
For Red Hat fans who prefer a RHEL-style environment. Since CentOS is no longer maintained, AlmaLinux is the closest drop-in replacement and offers the same look and feel many engineers are used to.
docker pull ipnetxyz/lfne:almalinux-10
LFNE Alpine 3.22 OS
A lightweight edition designed for speed and efficiency. Alpine has a very small footprint, making it ideal for environments where resources are tight or for users who prefer a minimal base to build upon.
docker pull ipnetxyz/lfne:alpine-3.22
Same Tools, Different Base
All editions come with the same curated toolset of networking utilities, Python libraries, and automation tools. The main difference is the base operating system:
| Edition | Base OS | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 24.04 | Ubuntu LTS | General use, widest compatibility | Easiest to get started with |
| AlmaLinux 10 | RHEL-style OS | Red Hat fans, enterprise-like environments | Drop-in CentOS successor |
| Alpine 3.22 | Alpine Linux | Lightweight setups, minimal footprint | Very small and fast |
If you’re new to LFNE, check out the Ubuntu 24.04 post for the full list of included tools and usage details.