[SWLUG] somat to read

[andrew sprott]

here is a email sent to me from computer weekly. somat that is relevant.

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Linux rules, OK! Well, that may be a few years away given Microsoft's
apparently iron grip on the market, but the costs to the user of the
Seattle giant's licensing changes and growing acceptance of Linux as a
serious enterprise software contender could mean that the penguin will
eventually rule the roost.
So what can Linux offer you in terms of real cost and efficiency
benefits? The articles in this CW360.com Special Report will give you
the lowdown on what's available now and the commercial directions the
operating system is taking.
One thing is certain - Linux means business.
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THE STATE OF THE LINUX NATION
Enthusiasts are eagerly proclaiming Linux as the saviour of computing.
So is Linux mature enough for the business and should it be trusted to
run enterprise-critical systems?
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=114040&i=2002724
IS LINUX READY FOR THE DATA CENTRE?
With big players like Oracle and Dell now backing Linux, the operating
system has the data centre in its sights. Does it offer a compelling
high-end alternative to Windows and Unix?
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=114131&i=2002724
OPINION: WINNING THE LINUX GAMBLE
The future of Linux is a huge game of poker and the price for a place
at the table is billions of development and marketing money, argues
technology guru and futurist Simon Moores.
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=114042&i=2002724
UNITEDLINUX COULD KILL OFF UNIX
Better support on hardware platforms together with easier installation
and administration could eventually see the penguin taking over in the
enterprise market.
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=113050&i=2002724
ORACLE/LINUX COMBO BEATS UNIX ON PRICE AND PERFORMANCE
SMEs planning to boost their systems should find a cost-effective
solution with an out-of-the-box configuration set to take on Unix at
enterprise level.
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=113080&i=2002724
IBM ROLLS OUT FIRST NET-BASED UTILITY SERVICE FOR LINUX
Big Blue opens up new vistas for Linux users with Linux Virtual
Services which provides processing and storage on an on-demand basis.
The bait is big cost savings.
http://www.cw360asp.com/eb/eb.asp?b=1121&a=114114&i=2002724

HOOMAN BASSIRIAN
Content Director
CW360.com
Email: CW360SpecialReport at CW360.com

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andrew