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ComputerWorld: More Users Are Looking at Linux

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
May 19, 1999

“Although most information technology managers remain aloof to
Linux, the free, Unix-like operating system is rapidly gaining
enough credibility to merit a look from users at major companies,
according to a Computerworld tracking survey.”

“Since February, the number that report either using or at least
considering Linux has grown by 72%.”

“Analysts, who have also noted rapidly rising interest, said
companies are taking notice of announcements from major vendors
like IBM and Hewlett-Packard Co. that agreed to support the
operating system.”

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Web Webster

Web Webster

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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