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In 1994, Red Hat released its first version of Red Hat Linux. This release was significant because it
was one of the first Linux distributions to include the RPM Package Manager, which made software
installation and management easier for users.
• 1999: Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Red Hat went public in 1999, which was a major milestone for the company and the open-source
community. The IPO was one of the most successful in history, underscoring the growing
importance and viability of open-source software in the enterprise sector.

• 2002: Acquisition of Sistina Software

Red Hat acquired Sistina Software in 2002, a move that expanded its capabilities in storage
management. This acquisition was part of Red Hat’s strategy to provide comprehensive open-
source solutions for enterprise IT needs.

• 2003: Introduction of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

In 2003, Red Hat introduced Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), a version of Linux specifically
designed for enterprise environments. RHEL offered enhanced security, stability, and support,
which made it a popular choice for businesses worldwide.

• 2006: Acquisition of JBoss

Red Hat acquired JBoss, a leading provider of open-source middleware, in 2006. This acquisition
allowed Red Hat to expand its product portfolio and offer a comprehensive suite of solutions that
included both operating systems and middleware.
• 2008: Launch of Red Hat Cloud Computing

Red Hat launched its cloud computing initiative in 2008, with a focus on enabling enterprises to
build and manage private, public, and hybrid cloud environments using open-source technologies.

• 2010: Acquisition of Makara

The acquisition of Makara in 2010 allowed Red Hat to enhance its cloud application platform, which
later became known as OpenShift. This was a significant step in Red Hat’s journey towards
providing robust cloud solutions.

• 2012: Introduction of OpenShift

Red Hat introduced OpenShift in 2012, a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering that enabled
developers to build, deploy, and manage applications in the cloud. OpenShift was based on open-
source technologies and quickly gained traction in the developer community.
• 2014: Launch of Red Hat Atomic Host

Red Hat launched Red Hat Atomic Host in 2014, a lightweight, container-optimized operating
system designed for running Docker containers. This was part of Red Hat’s strategy to embrace
containerization and provide solutions that supported modern application architectures.

• 2015: Acquisition of Ansible

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