Linux Foundation sees broadening role for developers

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	Linux Foundation sees broadening role for developers Linux developers were once just that, developers. But their role is changing says the Linux Foundation, which is expanding its training options to help them. Read More WEBCAST: EMC Corporation Backup for Oracle Interactive Desktop You need speed to keep pace with data growth and the new demands of virtualization. EMC backup appliances have three times faster performance for Oracle than the nearest competitor. What's more, for Oracle running on VMware, EMC reduces backup times by 90 percent and speed recoveries by 30 times. You need fast? You got it! Learn More In this Issue City of Munich spreads the gospel of Linux with Lubuntu giveaway Canonical's display server move doesn't sit well with some Linux developers 22 Linux Foundation newbies WEBCAST: VMware, Cisco and NetApp Consider a Better Way to Virtualize Oracle Databases This video highlights how three industry leaders - VMware, Cisco and NetApp have teamed to provide a solution that can help you lower your Oracle database license and maintenance costs. View Now! City of Munich spreads the gospel of Linux with Lubuntu giveaway Plans are afoot to have Munich's city government distribute 2,000 Lubuntu installation CDs to users with older Windows PCs, after Microsoft stops releasing security updates for Windows XP next year. Read More WHITE PAPER: 8x8 eGuide: 8 Reasons Why you Need Hosted VoIP In this eGuide, see how Hosted VoIP can give your business a competitive edge while saving you money. See the top 8 reasons why you need it now. Read Now. Canonical's display server move doesn't sit well with some Linux developers Nobody could accuse Canonical of resting on its laurels. The business side of Ubuntu a the best-known desktop Linux distribution a has expanded aggressively into mobility, pushed forward with a new desktop environment, and continued to release new versions of the flagship OS over the past few years. Read More 22 Linux Foundation newbies The wide array of new organizations that have joined the foundation this year. Read More
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