Cloud computing benefits businesses by improving efficiency and speeding up innovation, but it can also create extra costs and risks. Choosing a consistent operating system, such as innovative and flexible Linux, can simplify the move. Businesses using CentOS Linux should switch to a new operating system to continue receiving updates and new features. Red Hat Enterprise Linux is a reliable alternative that delivers optimal benefits on Amazon Web Services and supports business needs. Businesses can continue using many of the same skills and techniques while getting better support and value in the cloud, as CentOS is derived from Red Hat.