In a world where freebies are regarded with suspicion, JBoss is beginning to prove itself in the enterprise.
Sun Microsystems and China Standard Software will implement the Sun Java Desktop system.
Stafford Masie, Novell SA`s new country manager, aims to focus the company`s energies on developing its Linux strategy, and also putting something back into disadvantaged communities.
An open source expert has welcomed the launch of Impi, the first full local Linux distribution.
Low-cost access to computing solutions and services will be available soon from Sun Microsystems and ICL.
Sapila and WebTec are working together to release the Instant Office open source solution on a subscription or on-demand business model.
In today`s technology wrap: IBM plans to tout desktop Linux; Nokia considers Psion buyout; Windows shows up in biggest databases; Office add-on; and HP merges management lines.
In today`s technology roundup: Google desktop search tested; Linux attack foiled; WiFi password warning; father of Java moves; researchers paid good money to build and break Internet model; and Panther bug haunts Apple.
Oracle supports Linux as the most cost-effective single operating system in the new era of grid computing.
Obsidian Systems has announced the availability of the Linux desktop training course.
The State IT Agency says government has saved money by implementing open source software.
Novell has entered into an agreement to acquire SuSE Linux for $210 million in cash.
Sun Microsystems, in conjunction with RPC Data, is hosting a breakfast seminar on Friday in Cape Town to discuss the value of Linux and open source.