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Verizon Wireless chooses Linux Platform; Is competition getting skewed towards Linux?

(RTTNews) - The efforts being pursued by LiMo Foundation, developer of the Linux platform, received a boost with Verizon Wireless, the builder and operator of wireless network in the US, announcing its decision on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 to concentrate its future operating system on the Linux Platform. Verizon Wireless, thus becomes the first carrier in the US to patronize the Linux Platform after its rival, AT&T (T

Verizon Joins Linux Mobile Foundation

An anonymous reader brings news that Verizon Wireless has announced plans to use a Linux-based software platform for phones on its network. Verizon is the first US mobile carrier to join the Linux Mobile Foundation, the goal of which is to "collaboratively develop a comprehensive Linux-based mobile software stack that can be modified easily and used at no cost on a wide range of hardware devices." Many had expected Verizon to go with Android, but according to the Register, Verizon feels Android "isn't as open as it would prefer." Continuing: "Yes, Google bills Android as open. And, yes, it's backed by the Open Handset Alliance, another industry consortium calling for the open development of mobile apps. But [Verizon spokesman Jeffrey] Nelson argues that at this point, Google is calling the shots.

Verizon Wireless backs Linux Android rival

The Mozilla Foundation has joined a consortium working on a Linux-based mobile operating system (LiMo) expected to rival Google's Android.

Verizon Wireless, seven others join Linux phone org

Updated May 15] -- Verizon Wireless has chosen Linux as its "platform of choice," it said. Starting with feature phones in 2009, followed by iPhone competitors, Verizon will offer Linux phones compliant with specifications from the Linux Mobile Foundation (LiMo), an industry group it and seven other companies joined today.

Linux Desktop

Linux desktop news, tips and how-tos for value-added resellers (VARs), solution providers, consultants and systems integrators helping customers select, install and manage Linux desktops. You'll find expert advice, best practices and tutorials to help you manage and support Linux desktops, including information on choosing Linux distributions and platforms, offering Linux desktop support services, configuring Linux desktops, migrating to Linux, the advantages of Linux for the desktop and more open source considerations and channel opportunities around the Linux desktop.

A Lightweight Design with Heavyweight Features: BlackBerry(R) Curve(TM) 8330 Smartphone Now Available to Verizon Wireless Customers

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless, builder and operator of the nation's most reliable wireless network, announced today that the highly anticipated BlackBerry(R) Curve(TM) 8330 smartphone from Research In Motion (RIM) is now available through Verizon Wireless' online store and through business sales channels. This sophisticated, silver smartphone will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores, including those in Circuit City, on May 12.

Verizon picks Linux-but not Android-for mobile platform

Mobile carrier Verizon Wireless has joined the Linux Mobile (LiMo) Foundation and has announced plans to adopt the open source software platform. Linux-based phones will be available from Verizon next year, alongside other devices that run competing proprietary operating systems.

Verizon: LiMo Linux Is More Open Than Android

Earlier this week, Verizon Wireless joined the LiMo Foundation as a core member and took a seat on the organization's board of directors. It said it will use the LiMo Linux Platform as its preferred Linux OS in future devices, and implied that Google is too controlling over Android.

Kernel Devs Publish Position Statement on Linux Kernel Modules

We, the undersigned Linux kernel developers, consider any closed-source Linux kernel module or driver to be harmful and undesirable. We have repeatedly found them to be detrimental to Linux users, businesses, and the greater Linux ecosystem. Such modules negate the openness, stability, flexibility, and maintainability of the Linux development model and shut their users off from the expertise of the Linux community. Vendors that provide closed-source kernel modules force their customers to give up key Linux advantages or choose new vendors. Therefore, in order to take full advantage of the cost savings and shared support benefits open source has to offer, we urge vendors to adopt a policy of supporting their customers on Linux with open-source kernel code.

Avnet Launches MicroBlaze Processor Linux Design Solution

Avnet Inc. has released its Xilinx MicroBlaze Processor Linux DVD, MicroBlaze Processor Linux Starter Kit and the launch of the Linux for MicroBlaze Processor SpeedWay Design Workshop. The stand-alone Linux for MicroBlaze Processor DVD is based on both PetaLogix Petalinux and LynuxWork’s BlueCAT Linux distribution and tool chains. The DVD demonstrates how to port Linux into a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) design using the 32-bit Xilinx MicroBlaze processor. It also highlights the benefits and tradeoffs when using the Memory Management Unit (MMU) in the MicroBlaze processor. The MMU enables designers to use commercial-grade operating systems when implementing their embedded designs with Xilinx FPGAs. The MicroBlaze Processor Linux Starter Kit includes the Linux for MicroBlaze Processor DVD, the Xilinx Embedded Development Kit - Spar

Google asks FCC to ensure Verizon keeps C-block airwaves open

Google urged U.S. regulators to prevent Verizon Wireless from excluding the carrier's mobile phones from open-access rules that apply to airwaves Verizon bought for $4.7 billion in a government auction. The Federal Communications Commission shouldn't grant Verizon the nationwide set of licenses, known as the C-block, unless the company guarantees that its devices will let subscribers use the network to download any legal program, Google said in a May 2 petition. The FCC's C-block rules, backed by Google and consumer advocates, require Verizon to let any device or program run on the airwaves, breaking a wireless-carrier tradition of limiting the products they support. Verizon Wireless has said it will exceed the FCC's expectations in building a network that is open to any device or application.

AMD's New Card Supports Linux From the Get-Go

Michael writes "Back in September AMD had announced a new ATI Linux driver as well as opening up their GPU specifications, and today they have taken an additional step to better support the Linux OS. With the just-announced Radeon HD 4850 RV770 they have provided same-day Linux support, and the Linux driver is now shipping alongside the Windows driver on their product CDs. In addition, they are encouraging their AIB partners to showcase Tux on the product packaging as a sign of Linux support. Last but certainly not least, AMD is committed from top-to-bottom product support on Linux and they will be introducing high-end features in their Linux driver such as MultiGPU CrossFire technology. Phoronix has a run-down on AMD's evolutionary leap in Linux support along with information on the open-source support for the RV770 GPU.

New BlackBerry Curve 8330 smartphone available to customers of Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless, a provider of a wireless network and a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE:VOD) (LSE: VOD), announced on Wednesday (7 May) the availability of the new BlackBerry Curve 8330 smartphone from Research In Motion (RIM) through Verizon Wireless' online store and through business sales channels.

Verizon Wireless to Introduce Linux Phones

Verizon Wireless is the first U.S. carrier to join the LiMo Foundation and and plans to roll out Linux based phones. The company said it expects Linux Mobile to quickly become its preferred operating system.

Verizon Wireless Rumored To Support Linux Mobile Phones Going Forward

Verizon Wireless (NYSE: VZ) is close to announcing the support for Linux-based mobile phones to push forward the company’s “Any Apps, Any Device� open-access agenda, Unstrung reports. The Linux platform is being developed in part by the efforts of the LiMo Foundation, which is supported by companies like Motorola (NYSE: MOT), NTT DoCoMo (NYSE: DCM), Vodafone and Samsung. Tomorrow, the LiMo Foundation has a conference call scheduled for early morning, saying the purpose is to announce the addition of several strategic new members; and will feature the foundation’s executive director in addition to a senior executive from a U.S. operator.

Verizon Wireless picks Linux as its mobile OS of choice

Verizon Wireless today declared Linux as its mobile operating system of choice and said it would introduce Linux-based phones developed through the LiMo Foundation in the U.S. in 2009.

Verizon Becomes a Counter-Android Linux Convert

Verizon Snubs Google's Linux-based Android Initiative to Go With the LiMo Foundation's Mobile Linux Spec

Verizon Becomes a Counter-Android Linux Convert

Verizon Snubs Google's Linux-based Android Initiative to Go With the LiMo Foundation's Mobile Linux Spec

Windows-Linux Integration

"The use of Linux is no longer the sole preserve of IT administrators and tech-savvy computer users. Linux can now easily be incorporated into your environment without even having to go through the hassle of re-partitioning a disk. My previous article on VMWare illustrates that Linux is now pretty much a tool for everyone to use. However, one argument often made against the use of Linux is the difficulty of managing it. For instance, can you easily store and retrieve files on a Linux machine? Also, what about the problem of just interacting with and running the Linux machine? Isn't keeping up to date with Linux security patches a big problem? These are all good questions that I answer in the remainder of this article.

HP makes another contribution to Linux community

Continuing its efforts to advance customer adoption of Linux, HP has announced the contribution of its Tru64 UNIX Advanced File System (AdvFS) source code to the open source community. The AdvFS source code includes capabilities that increase uptime, enhance security and help ensure maximum performance of Linux file systems. HP will contribute the code as a reference implementation of an enterprise Linux file system under the terms of General Public License Version 2 for compatibility with the Linux kernel, as well as provide design documentation, test suites and engineering resources. The source code serves as a rich technology base to advance ongoing development of Linux by providing a comprehensive foundation for Linux kernel developers to leverage and improve Linux file system functionality.

VERIZON WIRELESS OFFERS FREE PDA AND SMARTPHONE WORKSHOPS IN SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN

SOUTHFIELD, Mich.—Verizon Wireless is offering free PDA (personal data assistant) and smartphone workshops at several of its local area stores in May and June. The popular class, “20 Things Your PDA and Smartphone Can Do For You,” is geared to help wireless phone users get the most out of their PDAs and smartphones by learning about their functions and features. Some of the topics include text messaging, Internet browsing, using email and the camera, changing ringtones, pairing Bluetooth® devices and setting up the speed dial and address book synchronization functions. The free, in-store classes are open to Verizon Wireless customers and other PDA and smartphone users (all brands and models welcome). The events fill up quickly and seating is limited.

Linux experiences 'prolific' growth, says Linux Foundation's Zemlin

The Linux Foundation is now a year old. Formed by the 2007 merger of Open Source Development Labs and the Free Standards Group and home to Linux's creator Linus Torvalds, the Foundation promotes the use of Linux through support for kernel development; the development of common definitions, standards and best practices; and resolution of legal issues. At Red Hat Summit, SearchEnterpriseLinux.com got a chance to speak with Jim Zemlin, the executive director of the Linux Foundation, in Boston and got the latest on all things Linux. Here's what he had to say.

Verizon Joins Linux Open Source Coalition - Support for LiMo could be result of ongoing tension with Google

Google got a lot of attention last fall when it announced the creation of the Open Handset Alliance, a coalition of companies committed to supporting open standards for mobile devices (particularly Google’s Android). However, there had already been another similar Linux coalition developed in January 2007 which had similar goals but didn’t achieve backing in America. That has now changed as Verizon Wireless has shown its support for the LiMo Foundation, possibly preferred in favor to supporting Google’s Android.

Verizon Joins Linux Mobile Foundation

Sometime next year, Verizon will roll out a Linux OS as the "preferred operating system" for phones on its US wireless network. And that Linux OS is not Google Android.

Mobile Linux Conference at LinuxWorld Features Embedded Linux Track

IDG World Expo has announced that a new "Embedded Linux" track has been added to the Mobile Linux Conference program at LinuxWorld Conference & Expo®. Presentations and panels will address a diverse range of topics including development and life-cycles of Linux-based devices, user interfaces, embedded virtualization and other enabling technologies, and case studies from key applications areas. The Mobile Linux Conference is making its debut at this year's event and will offer in-depth technical training, strategic insights, and hands-on experience in mobile Linux and open source opportunities and solutions. LinuxWorld® is scheduled to take place August 4-7, 2008 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.

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