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TechWeb: HP Plans Linux Support For Kayak Workstations

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Mar 18, 1999

“… plans to open up the technical specifications of its
high-end Windows NT workstations to Linux developers.”

“HP’s efforts in Linux support cover three areas. The company
has tested and optimized the BIOS in its systems for Linux.”

“Second, HP has published the technical specifics for the
Maxilife function, a system monitor that alerts users if there is a
defective memory.”

“Finally, the Palo Alto, Calif. computer maker has documented
the installation process for Linux on a Kayak.”

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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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