Arkeia Offers Full Support for New Linux Distributions Powered by UnitedLinux; Arkeia v5 Maintains Compatibility With Major Open Source-Based Operating Systems.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 19, 2002 Arkeia Corp., an international supplier of heterogeneous network (networking) heterogeneous network - A network running multiple network layer protocols such as DECnet, IP, IPX, XNS. backup solutions, has reaffirmed its support of open source business solutions by offering compatibility with the new UnitedLinux-based distributions from SCO (The SCO Group, Lindon, UT, www.sco.com) A leading vendor of Unix operating systems for the x86 platform. SCO had also offered Linux, but abandoned the line in the spring of 2003. The SCO Group is the combination of two companies: Utah-based Caldera, Inc. , SuSE, TurboLinux and Connectiva. Arkeia's recently released enterprise backup software See backup program. (tool, software) backup software - Software for doing a backup, often included as part of the operating system. Backup software should provide ways to specify what files get backed up and to where. Version 5 is fully compatible with UnitedLinux, including solutions for backup servers and clients, as well as for disaster recovery. Linux distributions  The external links in this article or section may require cleanup to comply with Wikipedia's content policies. powered by UnitedLinux are high-quality operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. designed for mission-critical business applications, with guaranteed stability, security and international support from the different partners of the UnitedLinux consortium. "Our support of UnitedLinux concepts is based on this group's reliable international Linux distribution The Linux operating system packaged for customers for a fee. It includes the Linux kernel, essential operating system components from the GNU Project, an installation program, various open source utilities and applications, documentation and technical support. which is supported by the main players in open source environments," said Phil Roussel, Arkeia CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "SCO Linux 4.0 is the perfect solution for thousands of small businesses and multi-site corporations similar to Arkeia users around the globe." "SCO understands that for any operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. to be commercially viable, especially Linux, it needs a well-defined roadmap from a trusted supplier who is committed to and capable of supporting it," said Chris Sontag, senior vice president, Operating Systems division, SCO. "SCO is uniquely qualified to make the UnitedLinux platform viable for business because of its proven track record." About Arkeia Corp. Formerly Knox Software, Arkeia, a leading provider of enterprise network backup solutions, is noted for its early and continued comprehensive support for the Linux open source operating system. Founded in 1996, the company's mission is to provide fast, reliable, easy-to-use and affordable network backup solutions for heterogeneous networks. The distributed client/server architecture, administrative capabilities, and multiplexing technologies enable Arkeia to provide enterprise-class technology at an affordable price. Arkeia supports hundreds of tape libraries, tape drives, and more than 30 operating systems/hardware combinations. The Arkeia product range -- Arkeia Light, Arkeia MicroLan, MiniLan, EnterpriseLan and Arkeia Virtual Server -- has attracted more than 90,000 users worldwide who rely on it for their data protection needs. Arkeia is privately held and has offices in Carlsbad and Paris. For further information about Arkeia, visit the Arkeia Web site at http://www.arkeia.com. |
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