Linux software manages updates for remote embedded devices

“Lineo Solutions, Inc. announced Linux-based server and client
software enabling remote updates of embedded devices over the web.
The SmartU2 for Linux System consists of core management server
software called “SmartU2 Manager,” as well as a 100KB “SmartU2
Agent” client that runs on embedded Linux devices, says the
company

“The SmartU2 for Linux System supports a variety of embedded
device networks, including home automation systems, a network of
shops, a factory, or remote installations of embedded devices, says
the company.

“The SmartU2 Manager manages the distribution of software
updates for target devices, while also monitoring device status,
says Lineo. Updatable software is said to include the Linux system
and root filesystem, as well as application software and content.
The software can update multiple systems in accordance with an
update schedule in which date and time can be arbitrarily
specified, says the company. Group updates are also said to be
supported.”

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