“The software, known as OpenMerchant, taps into the power and
flexibility of the increasingly popular Linux operating system (OS)
— along with Perl and Apache — to bring distributed and scalable
e-commerce solutions to individuals and businesses. OpenMerchant,
which idealab! refers to as “a free retailing catalyst,” can be
deployed on the Linux, Solaris, UNIX and Windows NT platforms.”
“By offering OpenMerchant free of charge, we’re opening the door
to e-commerce for everyone,” commented OpenSales CTO Rob Ferber.
“And, with our full support of Linux and open-source
developments, we look forward to enhancing our solutions while
contributing to a technological movement that will liberate users
from the limitations of restrictive systems and
solutions…“
“Early adopters of the OpenMerchant e-commerce solution include
KidsOnLine, MusicNow, MyHome.com, Shipper.com and WeddingChannel.
“In keeping with its commitment to this technological revolution,”
said a company statement, “OpenSales plans to release its
OpenMerchant source code in October of this year through a special
developer portal called OpenSales.org.”