Preface

The Oracle Linux Yum Modularization Notice provides information about an update to the distribution mechanism that is used by Oracle to provide access to repository configuration information for the Oracle Linux yum server. The document provides an explanation for the changes and also provides instructions on migrating to the new repository configuration system. This notice complements changes to other documentation that is provided for this Oracle Linux release.

Audience

This document is written for system administrators who maintain software updates for Oracle Linux using the Oracle Linux yum server. If your systems are subscribed to the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN), they are unaffected by this change. It is assumed that readers have a general understanding of the Linux operating system.

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