NY Times/AP: Dell Extends Its Use of the Linux System

"The Dell Computer Corporation is giving another boost to the upstart Linux operating system, announcing plans to install it on a line of high-end computer servers."

"Dell also said that Linux software packager Red Hat Inc. will provide customer service and technical support for the line."

"Linux is considered by some as a major alternative to Microsoft's Windows operating systems. Supporters say Linux is flexible and rarely crashes, a complaint they have about Microsoft's Windows NT."

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