Which two statements are true about the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN)?

Which two statements are true about the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN)?

Which two statements are true about the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN)?

A.
It is freely available to all Oracle Linux customers.

B.
It contains additional packages not found on the installation media.

C.
It contains only binary RPM packages.

D.
It contains both source and binary RPM packages.

E.
It is the only location to download errata.

F.
All Unbreakable Linux subscribers are allowed to deploy a local YUM repository.

Explanation:
B: ULN subscribers will find security updates and additional bugfixes for kernel and
other packages. They will also be able to download useful extra packages not included in the

original distribution.
D: You can also select to download the source RPM in addition to the binary RPMs.
Incorrect:
not A: How do I obtain a login for Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN)?
You may register for a ULN account via linux.oracle.com/register You will need the following:
An Oracle.com Single Sign on account. If you don’t have one already, the link above will guide you
through the steps to create one
A valid Oracle Linux support or Oracle VM support CSI (customer support identifier). You may
purchase Oracle Linux or Oracle VM support online via the Oracle Linux Store or via your sales
representative.

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Jef Adams

Jef Adams

http://www.oracle.com/us/technologies/027615.pdf

Unbreakable Linux Network: Overview
Introduction
The Unbreakable Linux Network is a comprehensive resource for Oracle
Linux and Oracle VM support subscribers, and offers access to Linux software patches, updates and fixes, along with information on yum program and support policies. ULN subscribers will find security updates and additional bugfixes for kernel and other packages. They will also be able to download useful extra packages not included in the original distribution.
—-> B
This paper serves as a tutorial for ULN users and describes some of the features of ULN available to Linux customers and Oracle VM. It also outlines steps for switching from Red Hat Network
to ULN.

4.1 Registering with the Unbreakable Linux Network

When you install Oracle Linux 6 on a system, you have the option of registering the system with the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN). To register with ULN after installation, use the uln_register command.

https://docs.oracle.com/cd/E37670_01/E41137/html/ch04s01.html

To obtain Oracle Linux updates from ULN, you must have an Oracle Linux support subscription. For more information about ULN, see http://linux.oracle.com.
—> not A

Oracle also provides all errata and updates for Oracle Linux via the Public Yum service, which includes updates to the base distribution, but does not include Oracle-specific software. You do not require an Oracle Linux support subscription to use this service. For more information on how to obtain updates from Public Yum
—> not E

So B,D

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