"Optical chain, Apollo Optik is using the new version of Adabas and Natural on Linux. Apollo expects to further reduce ongoing costs for the operation of the servers by about 50 per cent through the conversion to Linux.
"According to Software AG, the number of companies deciding to replace their Unix systems continues to rise. As these battle to gain better control of the cost of IT solutions, many turn to Linux as the most cost-effective alternative. This is because the open operating system is regarded not only as stable but also relatively economical in its maintenance and operation. In addition, the basic knowledge and skills can be transferred from Unix to Linux. For the same cost reasons, companies are increasingly using mainframes as multi-operation system platforms..."
