[ANNOUNCE] SUSE Linux Enterprise 16.0 Public Beta is out!

[SUSE Beta Program]

Hello, we are happy to announce the Public Beta Programs for our
upcoming SUSE product releases:

- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0
- SUSE Linux Enterprise for SAP applications 16.0
- SUSE Linux Enterprise High Availability Extension 16.0

Introduction

Welcome to the dedicated beta program for SUSE Linux Enterprise
Server 16.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise for SAP Applications 16.0, and
SUSE Linux Enterprise High Availability Extension 16.0. These
offerings are integral to the SUSE Linux product family, sharing a
unified core and adhering to synchronized release timelines, from
beta availability to First Customer Shipment (FCS).

Major Themes

A major milestone in enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux 16 provides a solid
foundation for enterprise innovation in the decade ahead, with Linux
fully prepared to run beyond Y2038. Built on Framework One, it is
designed to:

- Enable rapid and continuous innovation with a flexible, modular
lifecycle.
- Ensure seamless adoption by integrating modern, widely used
open-source projects, simplifying the transition from any
enterprise Linux environment.
- Delivering enterprise-grade security and compliance, with full
SELinux support and alignment with the strictest industry
certifications for mission-critical workloads.
- Provide long-term, predictable support cycles for enterprise
stability.
- Offer a ubiquitous platform that runs anywhere and any way,
optimized for hybrid and cloud-native environments, including SUSE
Linux Base Container Image (BCI) deployments.

SUSE Linux 16 also introduces a sleeker installation and management
experience for any enterprise adopting SUSE Linux, with
technologies like the Agama installer, NetworkManager, Cockpit and
a deeper Ansible integration. To streamline transition, migration
from older and alternative operating systems is fully supported,
ensuring a smooth transition to SUSE Linux 16.

To reflect these changes, SUSE Linux transitions from the Service
Pack naming convention to minor releases, starting with SUSE Linux
16.0. This shift aligns with the evolving lifecycle strategy,
providing a more predictable and streamlined update process for
enterprises.

Download

The following beta products are available for download:

- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0[1]
- SUSE Linux Enterprise for SAP applications 16.0[2]
- SUSE Linux Enterprise High Availability Extension 16.0[3]

Beta Subscription and Registration Code

Please note that your regular SLE key will not activate the beta
environment. A special Beta Registration Code is required to access
the SUSE Linux Enterprise 16 beta online channels and repositories
within the SUSE Customer Center. Without this code, you will not be
able to access the beta content.

To obtain a Beta Registration Code and unlock your Beta Subscription,
please submit a request to beta-programs at suse.com. When
requesting, specify the desired products (SLES 16.0, SLES for SAP
16.0, SLE HA 16.0, or all) and the relevant architectures.

Documentation

Draft release notes are currently available:

- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0: susedoc.github.io/release-notes/sles-16.0/html/release-notes/

- SUSE Linux Enterprise for SAP Applications 16.0: susedoc.github.io/release-notes/slesap-16.0/html/release-note
s/[4]

- SUSE Linux Enterprise High Availability Extension 16.0: susedoc.github.io/release-notes/sleha-16.0/html/release-notes
/[5]


Draft product documentation can be found at
susedoc.github.io/#sles16

The beta allows for both online and offline installation using the
Agama installer. More details are available at
agama-project.github.io/

Please be aware that documentation for the beta is still under
development, and not all content is finalized or available yet.

Questions?

For additional details, please consult the dedicated Beta
webpage[6]. Should you have any further questions not addressed on
this page or the beta website, please contact us at
beta-programs at suse.com.

The SUSE Linux Enterprise Team.

Your SUSE Linux Enterprise team

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[1]:https://www.suse.com/download/sles/
[2]:https://www.suse.com/download/sle-sap/
[3]:https://www.suse.com/download/sle-ha/
[4]:https://susedoc.github.io/release-notes/slesap-16.0/html/
release-notes/index.html

[5]:https://susedoc.github.io/release-notes/sleha-16.0/html/r
elease-notes/index.html

[6]:https://www.suse.com/betaprogram/sles16-beta
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