Many companies are now moving to enterprise open source as a means to lift financial burdens in an economically unstable time.
For those who are seeking cheaper and more reliable operational methods during this time, below is a list of five open source solutions that are easy to deploy and ready for immediate enterprise use.
1. EnterpriseDB
What it is: Database software
In a nutshell:
EnterpriseDB provides a family of database software that is simple to install and use. Postgres Plus and Postgres Plus Advanced Server are suited for enterprise applications requiring fast performance, near-linear scalability, 99.99% availability, and solid security, supporting complex transactions and the ability to replicate data across the globe.
Interesting fact: It can run Oracle applications. For more info: www.enterprisedb.com
2. JBoss AS
What it is: Middleware
In a nutshell:
JBoss Enterprise Platforms integrate multiple projects and components, all at different versions with different dependencies, into a single, stable, certified distribution with support, patches and updates, documentation, and a multi-year maintenance policy.
Interesting fact: Jboss AS boasts more than 100 000 downloads per month and has more than 1 000 developers worldwide. For more info: www.jboss.org/jbossas
3. Untangle
What it is: Unified threat management
In a nutshell:
Untangle integrates a family of applications that simplify and consolidate the network and security products that businesses need at the network gateway. All applications are pre-configured to work right away.
Interesting fact: Untangle has special packages and pricing for schools and libraries. For more info: www.untangle.com
4. Zimbra
What it is: Messaging and collaboration
In a nutshell:
Zimbra is acknowledged as a leader in open source and plays within the next-generation collaboration and messaging software space. Its solutions are cross-platform: including Linux and Mac OS X on the server-side; Windows, Linux and Mac on the desktop; and Firefox, Safari and Internet Explorer browsers.
Interesting fact: Zimbra`s source code is available under the terms of the Yahoo Public Licence, which is derived from the Mozilla Public Licence. For more info: www.zimbra.com
5. Zmanda
What it is: Backup and recovery
In a nutshell:
Zmanda provides backup software such as Amanda and Zmanda
Recovery Manager for MySQL at a smaller cost than proprietary vendors. Its simple-to-use yet feature-rich backup software is complemented by quality services and support expected by enterprise customers.
Interesting fact: Zmanda enterprise edition is updated and released once every three-four months. For more info: http://www.zmanda.com
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