"The Embedded Linux Consortium today announced
formation of ELC-Europe, a spirited initiative to accelerate the
ELC's European presence via promotion, marketing, and
standardization-related activities across the region. At an
organizing meeting here, representatives from dozens of technology
firms ranging from startups to Global 100 companies began a process
that will quickly lead to increased European and global visibility
for the Linux operating system.
The overflow meeting attracted over 30 companies (see list at
end). Dr. Inder Singh, ELC Chairman and CEO of LynuxWorks, said,
"The global mission of the ELC to promote embedded Linux will be
enhanced by strengthening it at the regional level. It is
appropriate that Europe, where Linux originated, is our first step
in this direction. ELC-E is a vibrant and exciting example and we
welcome these firms and individuals and their fresh voices to our
mission."
