“VA Linux Systems Wednesday announced a deal to partner with
Loki Entertainment Software to sell the Debian GNU/Linux retail
product directly to customers.”
“The Debian GNU/Linux bundle takes the form of a CD
containing 1,440 open-source software programs including Sun
Microsystems’ StarOffice personal office suite of desktop
applications. It also includes the “apt-get” tool, which is
designed for users to easily download free network updates to all
of the software included on the CD.”
“VA Linux will use Loki’s distribution channels in an effort to
bring the bundle to a wider range of customers.”