You probably know by now that you can have Linux-powered App services.

But, have you ever wonder what Linux distribution is powering that App Service?

Looking at the Environment section of the Kudu console won't help:

Well, wonder no more! Simply open a WebSSH terminal:

And type this command:

 bash
cat /etc/os-release

And you'll get the requested information:

Easy, right? ;)

In conclusion...

Today, we have lifted the veil on some part of the magic that powers the Azure App Service for Linux offering which is what version of Linux this service is running on.

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