Thursday, April 19, 2007
Red Hat tries spreading open-source idea
Red Hat tries spreading open-source idea
Posted by Stephen Shankland, April 18, 2007
Red Hat is taking a second crack at trying to spread its open-source philosophy beyond the realm of software development.
On Wednesday, the Linux seller announced a partnership with the nearby University of North Carolina to try to encourage use of the open, collaborative model in the fields of health care research, biotechnology, bioinformatics and public policy.
Read the full news report from here @ News.com
Posted by Stephen Shankland, April 18, 2007
Red Hat is taking a second crack at trying to spread its open-source philosophy beyond the realm of software development.
On Wednesday, the Linux seller announced a partnership with the nearby University of North Carolina to try to encourage use of the open, collaborative model in the fields of health care research, biotechnology, bioinformatics and public policy.
Read the full news report from here @ News.com
Labels: advocacy, government, healthcare, linux
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Stretching the Education Dollar With Linux
Stretching the Education Dollar With Linux
By Lisa Hoover, LinuxInsider (Part of the ECT News Network)
03 Apr 2007
While there are differences in the different distributions of Linux specifically aimed at educators and students, most bear striking similarities both in basic code and in the software offerings bundled in the distribution. This variety may actually work to a user's advantage.
As the cost of equipping classrooms with everything from chalk to chairs continues to escalate, many schools are turning to open source solutions. School IT managers are discovering that Linux-based distributions are a great way to save money, and that access to the software's source code may introduce students to more technical aspects.
Read the full news report from here @ Tech News World
By Lisa Hoover, LinuxInsider (Part of the ECT News Network)
03 Apr 2007
While there are differences in the different distributions of Linux specifically aimed at educators and students, most bear striking similarities both in basic code and in the software offerings bundled in the distribution. This variety may actually work to a user's advantage.
As the cost of equipping classrooms with everything from chalk to chairs continues to escalate, many schools are turning to open source solutions. School IT managers are discovering that Linux-based distributions are a great way to save money, and that access to the software's source code may introduce students to more technical aspects.
Read the full news report from here @ Tech News World
Labels: education, linux, operating-systems
Linux Foundation Expands Membership With Marvell, Nokia and VirtualLogix
Linux Foundation Expands Membership With Marvell, Nokia and VirtualLogix
Press release
BEAVERTON, OR -- April 04, 2007 -- The Linux Foundation (LF), the nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of Linux, today announced three new members who represent the increasing opportunity for Linux as it continues to mature on devices.
New members include Marvell®, the leader in storage, communications and consumer silicon solutions; Nokia, a world leader in mobile communications; and VirtualLogix™, the global leader in real-time virtualization™ technology for connected devices.
"It's really important to understand the issues and opportunities for Linux in multiple environments, and the addition of Marvell, Nokia and VirtualLogix will deepen our understanding and help us all push the envelope even further," said Jim Zemlin, executive director of The Linux Foundation. "We're looking forward to rolling up our sleeves with these new members in the coming months, including at our first Member Meeting this June."
About the New Members
Marvell silicon solutions power a range of consumer electronics and the gateways that form connectivity among us all. Marvell joins The Linux Foundation with a focus on the standardization of mobile and embedded Linux and its adoption on a wide range of devices.
"There has been strong interest in Linux among Marvell's silicon solutions customers. By joining the Linux Foundation, we feel that we can better support this increasing demand and help bring embedded Linux into the mainstream through the Foundation's unified resources, services and standards," said Dr. Paramesh Gopi, vice president and general manager, Embedded and Emerging Business Unit, Communications and Consumer Business Group, Marvell.
In addition to its leadership position in mobile communications, Nokia is recognized for its Linux-based Maemo platform, open source mobile web browser and developer portal. It is interested in working with the LF on Linux-based technologies, including its Internet Tablet, in a vendor-neutral environment.
"It is important that Linux will not be controlled by any single company," said Ari Jaaksi, director, Open Source Software Operation, Nokia. "The Linux Foundation's protection mission helps provide that assurance. We also believe the Foundation's collaboration role will provide us a good venue to work with the industry's leaders in important areas such as desktop architecture and mobile Linux initiatives."
VirtualLogix joins LF to contribute its real-time virtualization expertise to help device manufacturers incorporate the rich functionality of Linux into mobile handset and network infrastructure applications, while reducing bill of materials.
"VirtualLogix looks forward to working with the LF and the LF virtualization workgroup to help speed the adoption of Linux into embedded devices at a lower cost," said Michel Gien, executive vice president of corporate strategy, VirtualLogix. "With virtualization technology, manufacturers will be able to reduce bill of materials, manage multiple operating systems within a single hardware environment and increase product performance."
About the Linux Foundation
The Linux Foundation is a nonprofit consortium dedicated to fostering the growth of Linux. Founded in 2007 by the merger of the Open Source Development Labs and the Free Standards Group, it sponsors the work of Linux creator Linus Torvalds and is supported by leading Linux and open source companies and developers from around the world. The Linux Foundation promotes, protects and standardizes Linux by providing unified resources and services needed for open source to successfully compete with closed platforms. For more information, please visit www.linux-foundation.org.
*Trademarks: *The Linux Foundation, OSDL, Free Standards Group, and Linux Standard Base are trademarks of The Linux Foundation. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds. Third party marks and brands are the property of their respective holders.
Marvell and the Marvell logo are registered trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Media Contacts:
Jennifer Cloer
Page One PR
503-867-2304
Diane Vanasse
Marvell Public Relations
408-242-0027
SOURCE: The Linux Foundation
Press release
BEAVERTON, OR -- April 04, 2007 -- The Linux Foundation (LF), the nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of Linux, today announced three new members who represent the increasing opportunity for Linux as it continues to mature on devices.
New members include Marvell®, the leader in storage, communications and consumer silicon solutions; Nokia, a world leader in mobile communications; and VirtualLogix™, the global leader in real-time virtualization™ technology for connected devices.
"It's really important to understand the issues and opportunities for Linux in multiple environments, and the addition of Marvell, Nokia and VirtualLogix will deepen our understanding and help us all push the envelope even further," said Jim Zemlin, executive director of The Linux Foundation. "We're looking forward to rolling up our sleeves with these new members in the coming months, including at our first Member Meeting this June."
About the New Members
Marvell silicon solutions power a range of consumer electronics and the gateways that form connectivity among us all. Marvell joins The Linux Foundation with a focus on the standardization of mobile and embedded Linux and its adoption on a wide range of devices.
"There has been strong interest in Linux among Marvell's silicon solutions customers. By joining the Linux Foundation, we feel that we can better support this increasing demand and help bring embedded Linux into the mainstream through the Foundation's unified resources, services and standards," said Dr. Paramesh Gopi, vice president and general manager, Embedded and Emerging Business Unit, Communications and Consumer Business Group, Marvell.
In addition to its leadership position in mobile communications, Nokia is recognized for its Linux-based Maemo platform, open source mobile web browser and developer portal. It is interested in working with the LF on Linux-based technologies, including its Internet Tablet, in a vendor-neutral environment.
"It is important that Linux will not be controlled by any single company," said Ari Jaaksi, director, Open Source Software Operation, Nokia. "The Linux Foundation's protection mission helps provide that assurance. We also believe the Foundation's collaboration role will provide us a good venue to work with the industry's leaders in important areas such as desktop architecture and mobile Linux initiatives."
VirtualLogix joins LF to contribute its real-time virtualization expertise to help device manufacturers incorporate the rich functionality of Linux into mobile handset and network infrastructure applications, while reducing bill of materials.
"VirtualLogix looks forward to working with the LF and the LF virtualization workgroup to help speed the adoption of Linux into embedded devices at a lower cost," said Michel Gien, executive vice president of corporate strategy, VirtualLogix. "With virtualization technology, manufacturers will be able to reduce bill of materials, manage multiple operating systems within a single hardware environment and increase product performance."
About the Linux Foundation
The Linux Foundation is a nonprofit consortium dedicated to fostering the growth of Linux. Founded in 2007 by the merger of the Open Source Development Labs and the Free Standards Group, it sponsors the work of Linux creator Linus Torvalds and is supported by leading Linux and open source companies and developers from around the world. The Linux Foundation promotes, protects and standardizes Linux by providing unified resources and services needed for open source to successfully compete with closed platforms. For more information, please visit www.linux-foundation.org.
*Trademarks: *The Linux Foundation, OSDL, Free Standards Group, and Linux Standard Base are trademarks of The Linux Foundation. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds. Third party marks and brands are the property of their respective holders.
Marvell and the Marvell logo are registered trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Media Contacts:
Jennifer Cloer
Page One PR
503-867-2304
Diane Vanasse
Marvell Public Relations
408-242-0027
SOURCE: The Linux Foundation
Labels: it-storage, linux, mobile, operating-systems, partnerships
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