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For XI, are there any advantages/disadvantages of CentOS vs Debian

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For Nagios XI, both CentOS and Debian are solid choices as they both offer stability and are well-supported. The decision often comes down to preference or specific environmental needs. Here's a brief comparison:

• CentOS:
  - Inherits its base from Red Hat Enterprise Linux, thus it has excellent commercial support and is commonly used in enterprise environments.
  - Utilizes YUM for package management.
  - Administration practices might be more familiar if you have an RHEL background.
• Debian:
  - Renowned for its stability and robustness, making it a popular choice for server usage.
  - Employs APT for package management, known for its effectiveness and ease of use.
  - Boasts a more extensive repository of precompiled packages.

If you have further questions or need assistance with your setup, please provide additional details, and we'll be more than happy to assist!