“With the release of Version 2.4 of the Linux kernel earlier
this year, now is a great time to consider how you might fit Linux
into your strategic picture.”
“Linux is growing up, and the new kernel shows it with
enhancements like Reiser FS, a journaling file system suited to
demanding transaction-intensive applications, and dramatic
improvements to the TCP/IP stack, offering increased stability and
throughput.”
“What was once the realm of hackers and antiestablishment
types has become a solid platform for enterprise computing. Look at
the ISP market, for example. In September 2000, Linux overtook
other Unix variants and achieved a 25.2 percent market share in the
ISP market. In comparison, the market share of the other Unix
variants totaled just 23.2 percent, according to International Data
Corp. (IDC). The success Linux enjoys among ISPs offers a glimpse
of possible transformations to come in other market segments,
experts say. In fact, IDC estimates the combined Linux/Unix
market will grow to $9.5 billion this year, partly on the success
of Linux.”
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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