Sun Microsystems has previewed a number of new products and roadmaps for Linux support of the Sun Java Enterprise System, Java Studio development tools and new AMD Opteron processor-based x86 systems.
Software AG says there is a growing trend for companies to consolidate their Unix landscapes and it is therefore offering support with migration from Unix to Linux.
DeARX Services has announced its Exodus conversion tool, which allows companies to convert their Oracle legacy systems to an open source environment.
Microsoft has defended its African government deals after a strongly-worded attack by the Fossfa open source organisation this week.
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The Sybase IQ 12.5 analytical engine has been made available on the Linux operating system.
The Sun Microsystems java.net community now offers support for development tools on the Linux platform.
Novell will offer its SuSE Linux Enterprise Server customers an indemnification programme to provide additional protection against intellectual property challenges to Linux.
Sun Microsystems is offering its Software Support services to users of OpenOffice.org, the open source project.
Novel has completed its acquisition of SuSE Linux through a $210 million cash deal.
Despite a European ruling for Microsoft against Lindows, the open source operating system will not back down in SA.
Software AG says companies are using its products to develop Linux-based solutions for e-business and Web services.
Bull will showcase its Linux and open source solutions at the Linux Solutions exhibition in Paris from 3 to 5 February.