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Product announcements, Linux server how-tos and updates from the team behind Zentyal Server.

July 15, 2026 · Latest

9.0 Roadmap

Thanks to Zentyal clients around the world, your feedback is our roadmap. Work begins in Oct 2026 for a Q1 2027 release. Zentyal 9.0 Roadmap (Technical) Scope locked for 9.0 Target: NPOs and SMBs…

March 9, 2026

Zentyal 8.1 ChangeLog

A component-by-component summary of everything that changed in Zentyal 8.1, from the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS base and updated antivirus profiles to fixes across mail, directory and network modules.

March 9, 2026

Zentyal Server 8.1 Now Available

More secure. More stable. Built for what’s next. Now based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS—delivering stronger protection, improved reliability, and long-term confidence for your infrastructure. Zentyal 8.1 is…

May 14, 2025

A thank you from the children of Ação Social do Planalto, Brasilia, Brazil

Dear Zentyal. We would like to share with you a very special video, made with love by the children of Ação Social do Planalto . It’s a simple yet heartfelt way of expressing our gratitude for the…

December 26, 2024

How the Linux Kernel Development Process Works

The Linux kernel is the heart of the Linux operating system , managing hardware resources and providing essential services for applications. Understanding how the Linux kernel development process…

December 21, 2024

How to Set Up Remote Backup for Linux Servers

In today’s digital landscape, data is one of the most valuable assets for any organization. For Linux servers, ensuring that your data is securely backed up is crucial to prevent loss due to hardware…

December 18, 2024

How to set up an SFTP server on Linux

Setting up a Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) server on Linux can seem daunting, especially for beginners. However, with the right guidance and tools, you can have a fully functional SFTP server…

December 11, 2024

How to Secure Your Linux Server in 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, securing your Linux server is vital. With increasing threats targeting Linux systems, organizations must prioritize Linux server security to protect…

December 11, 2024

A Beginner’s Guide to Setting Up a Linux Samba Server

Setting up a Linux Samba server can greatly enhance your ability to share files across different operating systems. Samba allows Linux systems to communicate with Windows clients seamlessly. This…

November 28, 2024

Accessing Your Ubuntu Server Remotely with VNC

Need to manage your Ubuntu server graphically from afar? VNC (Virtual Network Computing) is your solution. This article guides you through setting up a VNC server on your Ubuntu machine, allowing you…

November 28, 2024

Creating a Directory with the mkd FTP Command in Zentyal

This article explains how to use the mkd FTP command to create directories on an FTP server running on Zentyal. The mkd command is a standard FTP command used to create a new directory on the server.…

November 20, 2024

The Best Small Linux Server for Your Business Needs

When it comes to setting up a reliable and efficient server environment for small businesses or home labs, choosing the right Linux distribution is crucial. With so many options available, it can be…

November 9, 2024

Linux File Server Guide

Setting up a Linux file server can improve how your organization manages and shares files. This guide explains what a Linux file server is. It also covers its benefits and how to set one up. We will…

October 22, 2024

Setting Up a VPN Server on a Linux System

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) offer a reliable solution to enhance privacy and security by encrypting data transmitted over the internet. A VPN creates a secure tunnel between a user’s device and…

October 17, 2024

Best Linux Distro to Use as a Home Server in 2025

Choosing the right Linux server for home use is crucial for managing personal projects, media libraries, or home automation systems efficiently. This article reviews the top five Linux home servers,…

September 23, 2024

How to Set Up an FTP Server in Linux

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is a standard network protocol used to transfer files between a client and a server. It’s often compared to other internet protocols like SMTP for emails or HTTP for…

September 17, 2024

Ubuntu Server vs Zentyal Server

Choosing the right server for your business can be overwhelming, especially with so many options out there. If you’ve been looking into open-source solutions, two names might have come up: Ubuntu and…

September 16, 2024

How to check IP address in linux server

Finding the Private IP Address 1. Using ip command: bash Copy code ip addr Or to get a more concise output for a specific interface (e.g., eth0): bash Copy code ip a show eth0 For IPv4 only: bash…

September 16, 2024

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Linux Server

Q1. Does linux server need to be licensed Answer: Linux servers do not require a traditional commercial license, as Linux is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). This free software…

August 21, 2024

Top 100 Linux Commands Every Sysadmin Should Know

When it comes to managing a Linux server , mastering the Linux server commands on the command line is crucial. The command line interface (CLI) provides powerful tools that allow system…

August 11, 2024

5 Reasons to Migrate Your Linux Server from CentOS to Zentyal

For years, CentOS Linux has been a popular choice for businesses seeking a stable and reliable Linux server platform. However, with the recent end-of-life (EOL) announcement for CentOS, many users…

July 13, 2024

Domain Controller: Definition, Benefits & Future Trends

For decades, Microsoft’s Active Directory has dominated the domain controller landscape. But the tide is turning. Linux domain controllers are emerging as a viable alternative, particularly for…

July 9, 2024

Integrating Linux into Your Active Directory Environment [A detailed guide]

Many businesses leverage a mixed IT environment, featuring both Windows and Linux systems. This can be advantageous, with Windows offering a familiar desktop experience and Linux providing robust…

July 6, 2024

Migrating from Windows Server to Linux: Best Practices and Considerations

Are you considering migrating from Windows Server to Linux but unsure where to start? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the best practices and considerations for making a smooth…

May 24, 2024

Tips and Tricks to Keep Your Linux Server Running Smoothly

Running a smooth Linux server is key to a happy digital life. Whether you manage a website, store data, or tinker with cool projects, keeping your server in tip-top shape is essential. This guide…

March 8, 2024

Setting Up a Linux Domain Controller: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you ready to harness the power of Linux as a domain controller for your network? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the process of setting up a domain controller Linux…

February 27, 2024

Why Linux is the Ultimate Alternative to Windows Server

When it comes to choosing an operating system for your server, many organizations weigh the benefits of Linux against those of Windows Server. While Windows Server has been a popular choice for…

February 26, 2024

Zentyal Server 8.0 Development Now Available

Zentyal Development Team today announced the availability of Zentyal Server Development Edition 8.0 . This is a new major community release of the Zentyal Linux Server, based on Ubuntu Server 22.04.3…

February 26, 2024

Zentyal 8.0 Changelog

Antivirus * Remove ClamAV dependencies version * Update stubs * Remove unused freshclamEBoxDir method * Workaround for Systemd warning * Create enable-module script * Add freshclam command when the…

February 20, 2024

What is Linux Operating System? (Everything about Linux OS)

Summary: Linux is an open-source operating system (OS) that directly manages a system’s hardware and resources, including CPU, memory, and storage, functioning as a bridge between software and…

February 10, 2024

What is DHCP and how to configure DHCP server in Linux

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network management protocol used to automate the process of configuring devices on IP networks. By assigning IP addresses and other network…

February 2, 2024

Linux vs Windows: How to Pick the Best Server OS for Your Website

Choosing the right server operating system (OS) for your website is a crucial decision that impacts performance, security, and overall user experience. In the realm of server OS, Linux and Windows…

January 25, 2024

How to Choose the Best Linux Server Distro in 2025

Are you diving into the world of Linux server distros for the first time in 2025? Choosing the right one can be a daunting task, given the plethora of options available. Fear not, as we’ve got you…

July 13, 2021

Install Zentyal Quickly on Top of Ubuntu 20.04 Server or Desktop

Zentyal Development Team is glad to announce that it is now possible to install Zentyal Server quickly on top of an existing Ubuntu 20.04 Server or Desktop Edition using a script . Above all, the…

June 30, 2021

Official Book for Zentyal 7.0 Now Available

Zentyal today announced the availability of the “Zentyal for Network Administrators”-book for Zentyal 7.0 , the latest Zentyal Server version. The official book helps system administrators to…

March 15, 2021

Zentyal Server 7.0 Commercial Now Available

Zentyal today announced a new major version of the Commercial Zentyal Server Edition, Zentyal Server 7.0. This new commercial Zentyal Linux Server release is based on the latest long-term support…

March 9, 2021

Upgrade Path to Zentyal Server 7.0 Development Available

Zentyal Development Team today announced that the upgrade path to the latest Zentyal Server Development Edition (v. 7.0) is now available . Zentyal Server Development Edition 7.0 was published on…

January 26, 2021

Zentyal Server 7.0 Development Now Available

Zentyal Development Team today announced the availability of Zentyal Server Development Edition 7.0 . This is a new major community release of the Zentyal Linux Server, based on Ubuntu Server 20.04…

January 26, 2021

Zentyal 7.0 Changelog

ca Fix deprecated openssl dependency core Fix issue related with tar option and config backup Fix minor error in the Smart Admin report Fix regression on certificate key path (avoiding CA generation…

June 16, 2020

3 Password Management Utilities That Help to Improve System Security

When securing any system, the basic advice is to use “strong passwords” and change them periodically. This also applies to system and domain users. In this post we will briefly go through what can be…

June 4, 2020

Zentyal Server 6.2 Commercial Now Available

Zentyal today announced the release of a new minor version of the Commercial Zentyal Server Edition, Zentyal Server 6.2 . This new commercial Zentyal Linux Server version is based on Ubuntu 18.04.4…

June 3, 2020

Official Documentation for Zentyal Server 6.2 Now Available

The official documentation for the latest Zentyal Linux Server version (6.2) has been published now. It is available in both English and Spanish at: https://doc.zentyal.org/ . The documentation…

May 18, 2020

Video tutorial on joining Windows 10 to a Samba 4 Domain on Zentyal Server

Zentyal Linux Server provides an alternative to Windows Server®. Thanks to the integration of the Samba and Kerberos technologies, Zentyal allows you to join Windows® clients natively to the domain…

May 8, 2020

Zentyal Server 6.2 Development Now Available

Zentyal Development Team today announced the availability of Zentyal Server Development Edition 6.2 . This is a new minor community release of the Zentyal Linux Server, based on Ubuntu 18.04.4 LTS .…

May 8, 2020

Zentyal 6.2 Changelog

antivirus Improve zentyal.antivirus-clamonacc service management Add new scripts to Freshclam’s Apparmor profile Remove ScanOnAccess in favor of OnAccessExcludeUname Add new systemd service for…

April 1, 2020

Tips for Monitoring and Maintaining Your Zentyal Server

Amidst the ongoing shift to remote work due to the coronavirus pandemic, maintaining the security and efficiency of your Zentyal Server is paramount. This detailed guide aims to enhance your approach…

March 25, 2020

11 Points for Sysadmins to Keep in Mind with a High Number of VPN Users

Due to restrictions imposed on free movement during the coronavirus pandemic, the use of the OpenVPN module is increasing to facilitate remote working . That is why we would like to point out some…

March 19, 2020

Server Admin ToDo List When Going Remote

In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak many businesses are going remote. Suddenly having to support an entirely remote staff and remotely manage all the systems, is putting a lots of pressure on…

March 18, 2020

Coronavirus Impact and Three Tips for Server Management

We are experiencing a very unusual situation due to coronavirus. We wish speedy recovery to those who are sick and strength to everybody to face the upcoming challenges. We do not claim to be experts…

February 26, 2020

Basic Zentyal Linux Server Management Tools for Sysadmins

Zentyal Linux Server is an alternative to Windows Server. It is used by large companies and public administrations mostly as LDAP server and domain controller, but most widely adapted by small and…

February 12, 2020

Most Popular Zentyal Server Documentation in 2019

Offering comprehensive documentation on Zentyal Server is fundamental. Only by providing useful advice on how to install and configure Zentyal Server we allow users to test Zentyal as an Windows…

January 9, 2020

Official Documentation for Zentyal Server 6.1 Now Available

The official documentation for the Zentyal Linux Server v. 6.1 is now available at https://doc.zentyal.org/ . This documentation covers all the Zentyal Server modules from domain and directory…

December 12, 2019

Zentyal Server 6.1 Commercial Now Available

Zentyal today announced a new minor version of the Commercial Zentyal Server Edition, Zentyal Server 6.1 . The base distribution of this new commercial Zentyal Linux Server release is the latest…

November 15, 2019

Upgrade Path to Zentyal Server 6.1 Development Available

Upgrade the Zentyal Server 6.0 Development Edition easily to the newest 6.1 version Zentyal Development Team announced today that the upgrade path to Zentyal Server Development Edition v. 6.1 is now…

October 30, 2019

Zentyal Server 6.1 Development Now Available

Zentyal Development Team today announced the availability of Zentyal Server Development Edition 6.1 , a new minor release of the Zentyal Linux Server. This community release is based on the latest…

October 30, 2019

Zentyal 6.1 Changelog

core Add log rotation for uwsgi.log Add “Smart Admin” > “System status report settings” feature to GUI Zentyal GUI supported by Safari Set uwsgi’s custom log Add “Smart Admin” > “System Status…

October 16, 2019

How-to: Add Zentyal Linux Server to EVE-NG (Video tutorial)

Wisdom Pond has published an easy to follow video tutorial on how to add Zentyal Linux Server to EVE-NG. EVE-NG is a clientless network emulation software, similar to GNS3. It is managed via…

July 10, 2019

Great interest in the Zentyal Introductory Course

Over 600 students have joined the on-line course since its launch in May 2019 During the past three months, well over 600 students from Qatar to New Zealand have taken the free on-line course “…

June 12, 2019

How-to: Create a Zentyal Server VM for macOS with VirtualBox (Video tutorial)

Want to test Zentyal on Mac? Or would you like your fellow Mac sysadmin to take a look at Zentyal? Lately the Zentyal Team is seeing a growing interest in deploying Zentyal in Mac environments. As…

June 11, 2019

How-to: Basic install & overview on Zentyal 6.0 on VirtualBox (Video tutorial)

Jeremy Leik has published a short video tutorial on how he carried out a basic Zentyal Server (v. 6.0) installation on VirtualBox for a testing environment. Check out the tutorial here: Zentyal 6.0…

May 28, 2019

Zentyal macServer Crowdfunding Campaign Launched

Zentyal aims at raising $120.000 to port Zentyal Server to macOS and bringing an easy-to-use server for Mac administrators and SMB customers around the globe Today Zentyal macServer project launches…

May 21, 2019

New Zentyal Certification Exam Launched

The ZeCA certification exam is aimed at IT professionals who want to validate their Zentyal knowledge with vendor-certified exam Zentyal today announced a new version of the Zentyal Certified…

May 6, 2019

Fully updated Zentyal on-line training courses available

Courses cover all the Zentyal Server functionality and prepare for the ZeCA certification exam An introductory course is made available at no cost Zentyal today announced the availability of five…

March 5, 2019

Zentyal signs distribution agreement with Avosec in the UK and Balkans

Avosec will distribute Zentyal products to their over 500 resellers in the UK and the Balkans Zentyal Server provides an easy-to-use and affordable Linux alternative to Windows Server® March 5th,…

January 28, 2019

Official book for Zentyal 6.0 now available

Zentyal today announced the availability of the “Zentyal for Network Administrators”-book for Zentyal 6.0 , the latest Zentyal Linux Server version. It is published in English and Spanish and is…

November 29, 2018

Zentyal Server 6.0 Commercial now available

A major new commercial version of Zentyal Server is now available Features backup module and user authentication in HTTP Proxy November 29th, 2018, Zaragoza – Zentyal today announced a major new…

November 9, 2018

How-to: Zentyal as an Additional Domain Controller of a Windows Domain (Video tutorial)

A common Zentyal use case is to deploy Zentyal as an additional domain controller of an existing Windows® Server. This can be a long-term decision or a necessary step before fully migrating an…

October 30, 2018

Tutorial: Total migration from Windows Server to Zentyal – Transfer of FSMO roles (Video tutorial)

Once you have Zentyal Server joined as an additional domain controller to a Windows® Server, you can carry out a total migration. This is done by transferring all the FMSO roles from your Windows…

October 30, 2018

Zentyal 6.0 Announcement

Zentyal Development Team is proud to announce Zentyal Server 6.0, a new release of the Zentyal Open Source Linux Server with native Microsoft Active Directory® interoperability. Highlights Zentyal…

October 30, 2018

Zentyal Server 6.0, major new version release now available

Zentyal Development Team today announced Zentyal Server 6.0, a major new version release of the Zentyal Linux Server. This new version of Zentyal Server continues offering an easy-to-use Linux server…

October 30, 2018

Zentyal 6.0 Changelog

core Add bash completion for zs command Simplify nginx.conf includes management Fix undefined $actualValue warning in ViewCustomizer Fix unitialized $filter warning in tableBody.mas Set default size…

October 29, 2018

How-to: Zentyal as a stand-alone domain controller (Video tutorial)

Did you know that most of the people who contact us are interested in deploying Zentyal primarily as a stand-alone domain & directory server? As Zentyal comes with a native implementation of the…

October 26, 2018

How-to: Install Zentyal Server on Ubuntu Server 16.10 (Techrepublic.com)

Jack Wallen from Techrepublic.com recently published this how-to on installing Zentyal Server on Ubuntu Server 16.10. Worth checking it out: How to install Zentyal Server on Ubuntu Server 16.10…

September 3, 2018

How-to: Step-by-step video tutorial on how to install and configure Zentyal 5.1 on VMware

Check out this step-by-step video tutorial published by Jay Redstone on how to install and configure Zentyal 5.1 on VMware: How to install and configure Zentyal 5.1 on VMware Thanks Jay !

August 31, 2018

How-to: Gestión e implementación de servicios IT para intranet y extranet, bajo Zentyal Server

Students from the UNAD Florida (Medellín, Colombia) have published a very detailed tutorial (in Spanish) on configuring Zentyal as a DHCP/DNS, Domain controller, Proxy, Firewall, File server, Printer…

May 18, 2018

Official documentation and book for Zentyal 5.1 now available

Zentyal today announced the availability of the official documentation and book for Zentyal 5.1 . Both are available in English and Spanish. The official documentation for this latest version of the…

April 3, 2018

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.1

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.1, a new Linux Small Business Server release April 3rd, 2018, Zaragoza – Zentyal, developer of Zentyal Linux Small Business Server, today announced a new version of…

March 22, 2018

Zentyal 5.1 Announcement

Zentyal Development Team is proud to announce Zentyal Server 5.1, a new release of the Zentyal Open Source Linux small business server with Active Directory interoperability. Highlights Zentyal…

March 22, 2018

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.1, a new Linux Small Business Server release

Zentyal Development Team is proud to announce Zentyal Server 5.1 , a new release of the Zentyal Linux Small Business Server. Zentyal Server 5.1 is based on the latest Ubuntu 16.04.4 LTS and comes…

March 22, 2018

Zentyal 5.1 Changelog

core Safer management of systemd daemons enabled/disabled status Use POST method when submitting forms in AJAX requests from dialogs NetWrappers::list_ifaces() now ignores invalid ones like…

October 16, 2017

Zentyal Server 5.0.1 now available

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.0.1, the first revision of the Zentyal Server 5.0 version October 16th, 2017, Zaragoza – Zentyal, developer of Zentyal Linux Small Business Server, today announced…

September 18, 2017

New Zentyal 5.0.1 installer available

Zentyal Development Team is glad to announce the publication of a new Zentyal Server installer . The Zentyal Server 5.0.1 installer is the first revision of Zentyal Server 5.0 version and it comes…

May 11, 2017

Official Zentyal on-line training course now available

Zentyal launches a 100% hands-on course that covers all the Zentyal Server functionality with over 20 practical exercises May 11th, 2017, Zaragoza – Zentyal today announced the availability of…

April 25, 2017

Official Zentyal book now available

The official guide to Zentyal Server management (v. 5.0) is now published April 25th, 2017, Zaragoza – Zentyal today announced the availability of the “Zentyal for Network Administrators”-book for…

April 24, 2017

Official documentation and book for Zentyal 5.0 now available

Zentyal today announced the availability of the official documentation and book for Zentyal 5.0 . Both are available in English and Spanish. The official documentation for this latest version of the…

January 26, 2017

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.0

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.0, a major new Linux Small Business Server release January 26th, 2017, Zaragoza – Zentyal, developer of Zentyal Linux Small Business Server, today announced a major…

November 29, 2016

Zentyal 5.0 Announcement

Zentyal Development Team is proud to announce Zentyal Server 5.0, a new release of the Zentyal Open Source Linux small business server with Active Directory interoperability. Highlights Zentyal…

November 29, 2016

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 5.0, major new Linux Small Business Server release

Zentyal today announced Zentyal Server 5.0, a major new release of the Zentyal Linux Small Business Server . Amid the generalized push for cloud, small and medium business continue requiring on-site…

November 29, 2016

Zentyal 5.0 Changelog

ca Use SHA256 by default core Distribution base is now Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Use Clone instead of Clone::Fast Some code adaptation to remove warnings with changes in Perl 5.2X Remove deprecated…

October 14, 2016

Zentyal 5.0 Roadmap Published!

Zentyal Development Team is glad to announce the development roadmap for Zentyal Server 5.0 ! This will be a new major Zentyal Server version, that will be based on Ubuntu Server 16.04 LTS (Xenial…

October 22, 2015

Zentyal 4.2 Announcement

Zentyal Development Team is proud to announce Zentyal Server 4.2, a new release of the Zentyal Open Source Linux email and groupware solution, natively compatible with Microsoft Outlook® clients.…

October 22, 2015

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 4.2

Zentyal releases a new version of their popular Linux Server with full native Microsoft® Outlook Compatibility. October 22nd, 2015, Zaragoza – Zentyal, developer of server technology natively…

October 22, 2015

Zentyal 4.2 Changelog

common Added EBox::Config::flushConfigkeys core Set proper motd after edition name changes Avoid XSS on search when entering JS code Fix possible redis corruption when deleting data table rows with…

September 21, 2015

Zentyal successfully exports to Australia, Argentina and USA

Zentyal is launching its new product Zentyal Cloud, successfully exporting to several countries such as Australia, Argentina and United States September 22, 2015, Zaragoza (Spain) – Zentyal , leader…

March 30, 2015

Zentyal announces Zentyal Server 4.1

Zentyal releases a new version of their popular Linux Server with full native Microsoft® Outlook Compatibility. Microsoft, CENATIC, Red Hat, Collabora and Kolab to strengthen Interoperability and…

March 27, 2015

Microsoft, CENATIC, Red Hat, Collabora and Kolab to strengthen Interoperability and Openness discussions at Protocols Plugfest Europe 2015

Keynotes from Microsoft and CENATIC, Spanish National Competency Center for Open Source, will kick off three days of interoperability and openness collaboration at Protocols Plugfest Europe 2015…

March 27, 2015