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CRN: IBM To Launch Comprehensive Linux Desktop Support Program Next Year

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Nov 11, 2003

[ Thanks to Matt for
this link. ]

“IBM Global Services is moving ahead with a global support
program for the Linux desktop due to be available within one
year.

“At the first Linux Desktop Consortium conference, a key IGS
executive said increasing customer interest is prompting the
development of a comprehensive, general-purpose technical support
program to replace what is now a custom service offered to only a
handful of customers.

“‘Linux is ready to blossom on the desktop,’ said Samuel
Docknevich, a Linux and grid services executive at IGS Americas,
during a presentation on IBM’s future Linux plans at Boston
University Corporate Training center…”


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