IBM Fuels New Blue Biz Initiative With Linux

"IBM plans to launch an initiative that centers on a Linux-based platform and a Web-based marketplace tailored for small and medium-sized businesses.

"Set for later this year, the rollout will provide users with a range of products and services from independent software vendors. It will also allow them to tap into IBM's computing horsepower.

"Code-named 'Blue Business Platform,' the offering consists of a catalog, of sorts, that will allow users to view IBM's ever-growing partner ecosystem in one locale..."

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