The AST Group and SPI Consulting have re-hosted local trade co-operative IEMAS`s legacy mainframe applications on a Unix platform.
Oracle SA and Novell SA have formed a strategic alliance to increase the uptake of Linux in business and government.
Microsoft has introduced its Get The Facts campaign in SA, saying it is a "complete coincidence" that it was launched in the same week as the Go Open Source campaign.
South African Internet millionaire Mark Shuttleworth has teamed up with HP and the CSIR to promote open source software (OSS) to the masses.
A traditional Microsoft value-added reseller has found a 'diplomatic' product to help it participate in the open source movement without upsetting the US giant.
Dax Data and Novell SA will provide enterprise solutions that are supported on the Linux platform to the small to medium enterprise and corporate markets.
A respected commentator has defended Windows against its top threat, while a Linux provider counters the argument.
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Novell SA says its BrainShare conference that will take place next month in Sandton will emphasise open source issues.
Moshebi Investments has acquired a 26% stake in Linux training provider Smartsource Corporate Training for an undisclosed amount.
Expand Networks SA has announced the availability of the Accelerator Server Linux-based software solution that improves application traffic management.
Expand Networks has announced a new generation of WAN acceleration appliances.