“Coollogic… announced today that it has entered into an
agreement to acquire the assets of ON Channel, Inc., an emerging
developer of embedded Linux open source software solutions for
Internet appliance manufacturers and OEMs.”
“The acquisition brings the power and adaptability of embedded
Linux into the Coollogic line of Internet Ready appliances, and
positions Coollogic to capitalize on the explosive growth of open
source Linux.”
“Embedded Linux enables Coollogic private-labeled appliances to
run a variety of popular third party applications and plug-ins,
including Netscape Navigator, Macromedia Shockwave and full Java.
Coollogic can offer its vertical market customers the Internet
power of a desktop PC in the footprint of an easy-to-use and
affordable appliance.”