SearchEnterpriseLinux: Commentary: New Kernel to Bring Linux to Enterprise Forefront

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"The Linux 2.6 kernel. You've heard a lot about it, but what's actually there? Is this just another release, or is it a breakthrough that could take Linux to new heights?

"Linux has certainly come of age since the time that people did not think it was a scalable OS that could really compete with Unix. For years, people would say Linux was fine for a Web server, but not for a database server. 'If you really want a reliable, scalable multi-user OS, you need to buy Unix,' they said. You've heard all this before, right? Well, you won't have to hear it again. This release will only break down more doors in the effort to bring Linux to the forefront..."

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