IYA Linux: A Linux operating system built for infrastructure efficiency
Run the same workloads with fewer resources and lower infrastructure costs.
IYA Linux is a purpose-built Linux operating system engineered to improve infrastructure efficiency while maintaining the performance your applications require.
What is IYA Linux?
A Linux operating system rebuilt and rethought for infrastructure efficiency.
IYA Linux is a purpose-built Linux operating system designed to improve the efficiency of the operating layer while maintaining the performance your applications require.
It is built independently rather than derived from another Linux distribution, with a leaner software footprint, controlled dependencies and a server-focused system design.
The objective is simple: reduce operating-system overhead so more of your infrastructure resources are available to the applications and workloads that actually create value.
In plain words Your applications do the work. The operating system should get out of their way. |
A layered architecture
Business applications
Your existing applications and workloads - web servers, e-commerce, CRM, ERP, databases and more - run on top with minimal change.
How IYA Linux saves you money
The savings come from reducing the infrastructure required to support the workload – not from reducing workload demand.
Run on fewer resources
A more efficient operating system can reduce the vCPU, memory and storage required for suitable workloads.
Increase infrastructure efficiency
Run more workload on the resources you already have and improve utilization of existing infrastructure.
Defer infrastructure investment (CAPEX)
Higher efficiency can delay hardware refresh cycles and reduce future server, rack, power and cooling requirements.
Lower recurring costs
Smaller cloud or infrastructure resources translate into lower recurring OPEX and more budget for what matters.
Same workload. Fewer resources. Lower infrastructure cost.
LEANER BY DESIGN. PRACTICAL BY NATURE.
IYA Linux is rebuilt from scratch for enterprise servers: lower complexity, so fewer security risks and less maintenance.
Simpler to operate
A focused package set and reduced dependency complexity help simplify installation, maintenance and remote administration.
No clutter: only professional applications.
Improved security posture
Fewer unnecessary packages and services help reduce the attack surface, while additional hardening measures strengthen protection of the operating environment.
Broad compatibility
Built from the same upstream open-source software, without proprietary layers, IYA Linux stays familiar to manage.
Services can run in parallel without overlap for easier migration or rollback.
Lighter administration
A more structured system organization helps isolate applications and simplify day-to-day administration, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Lower resource consumption
A leaner operating environment reduces unnecessary CPU, memory and storage usage, leaving more resources available to applications and workloads.
An independent alternative
IYA Linux is rebuilt from source, making it a credible, independent and free alternative to the major Linux market players.
PERFORMANCE EVIDENCE
Controlled benchmarks show how OS-level efficiency can translate into measurable gains on the same infrastructure.
more web requests per second NGINX benchmark
lower memory usage at boot 50 MB vs 250 MB (Debian) and ~160 MB (Ubuntu Server)
faster startup ~6 s vs ~12 s
faster compute execution Selected Go benchmark
Metric | IYA Linux | Debian |
|---|---|---|
Web requests per second (NGINX) | 38,438 | 7,407 |
Memory used at boot | 50 MB | 250 MB |
System startup time | ~6 s | ~12 s |
Compute (Go, selected benchmark) | 10.9× | 1.0× |
Methodology
Same VM, same applications, different OS.
Tests are performed under controlled conditions to ensure a fair comparison. Only stable and consistent results are retained.
AWS t3a.large VM: 2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM
Tools: JMeter, Apache Bench, PyPerformance, Go “Benchmark” package.
Applications: Go 1.24.11, NGINX 1.23.4, PHP 8.4.12, Python 3.11.2, MySQL 8.4.9, Java 17.
Compatibility and use cases
IYA Linux supports a broad range of mainstream server workloads across cloud, on-premise and hosting environments.
Cloud workloads
Web applications, APIs, application servers, databases, middleware.
On-premise infrastructure
Enterprise servers, private cloud, virtualised environments.
Hosting and platforms
Hosting providers and infrastructure platforms running high-performance server environments at scale.
Planned technologies
Try IYA Linux: a 6-step POC
Test IYA Linux on a real workload, measure the results and build an evidence-based business case.
Define the scope
We choose the workload, objectives and success criteria together.
Establish a baseline
Measure current performance and resource usage in your existing environment.
Deploy IYA Linux
Setup and configure IYA Linux for the selected workload.
Run the benchmarks
Execute agreed tests and workload scenarios under controlled conditions.
Analyze the results
Compare performance, resource usage and infrastructure efficiency.
Build the business case
Quantify the potential cost or capacity gains and agree on the next steps.
Success criteria
- Performance maintained or improved
- Resource consumption reduced
- Infrastructure capacity gain demonstrated
- Cost or capacity benefit quantified
- Technology fit validated
Deliverables
- Benchmark comparison
- Quantified resource comparison
- POC findings and recommendations
- Estimated cost or capacity impact
- Go / No-Go / next-step decision
From POC to early-adopter status
Prove value today. Stay involved as IYA Linux moves toward commercial release.
Continue with the beta
After a successful PoC, you can continue using the IYA Linux Beta version at no cost during this phase.
Become an early adopter
Stay engaged with IYA Technologies, share your requirements and help shape the next stages of IYA Linux.
Benefit at launch
IYA Linux v1 is targeted for Q1 2027, with preferential commercial conditions planned for early adopters.
AT LAUNCH: SIMPLE LICENSING & FLEXIBLE SUPPORT
Start small, scale per server, and choose the level of support that fits your operational needs.
Bronze
Self-managed
For testing, evaluation and non-production use.
Silver
Working-hours support
For standard production environments and day-to-day operational needs.
Gold
24/7 support
For business-critical workloads requiring round-the-clock assistance.
Platinum
Dedicated support
Tailored support and dedicated expertise for large-scale or complex environments.
First 5 servers: free licences – registration required.
Commercial pricing and final terms are currently being finalized.