Computone Enhances Support for Linux; IntelliPort II Software Drivers Part of Linux Distribution.LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 15, 1999-- Computone Corporation (OTB BB: CMPT CMPT Computer Science (course) CMPT Compartment CMPT Compute CMPT Centre for Marine and Petroleum Technology (UK) CMPT Certified Manual Physical Therapist ) has increased its support for Linux users with new software device drivers for its IntelliPort II family of high-speed serial communications products incorporated into the Linux kernel source code base. The new software driver support is being introduced this week at COMDEX The former, premier computer trade show in the U.S. Although it grew into an end user event, it was originally created for dealers and distributors (it was the COMputer Dealers EXposition). , the premier event in the IT industry. Also at COMDEX, Computone will introduce the PowerRack RAS (1) See network access server. (2) (Remote Access Service) A Windows NT/2000 Server feature that allows remote users access to the network from their Windows laptops or desktops via modem. See RRAS and network access server. 2000(R), the flagship of its new family of intelligent remote access servers, and the Gold Card, a powerful PCI (1) (Payment Card Industry) See PCI DSS. (2) (Peripheral Component Interconnect) The most widely used I/O bus (peripheral bus). serial I/O controller The IntelliPort II serial device drivers are now contained in the Linux source code database beginning with versions 2.2.12 and 2.3.15 of the kernel source distributions. The 2.2.x series is the current production release series of Linux kernels. The 2.3.x series of kernels are currently under development. The development series will eventually transition to the next production release, which will be version 2.4.x kernels. The IntelliPort II family of serial I/O controllers is ideal for high-speed serial communications needs, including scientific data acquisition, industrial control and automation applications, as well as point-of-sale applications, and for remote access services (communications) Remote Access Services - (RAS) A service provided by Windows NT which allows most of the services which would be available on a network to be accessed over a modem link. , such as RAS, and high-speed ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. or DSL modems and faxes. 'Long-term Advocate of Linux' "Computone is a long-term advocate of Linux, currently partners with Red Hat(R) and Caldera(R) and 'was Linux' before Linux was cool," said Perry Pickerign, Computone's president and 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. . "With the release of the new Linux drivers for IntelliPort II, we continue our commitment to the community by providing a full array of connectivity solutions and full support for Linux drivers using the Open source distribution model." Additional information is available from Computone at +770-625-0000, by visiting its Web site (www.computone.com), or through e-mail (sales@computone.com). A pioneer and leader in the worldwide IT industry since 1984, Computone Corporation (OTC OTC See: Over-the-counter. OTC See over-the-counter market (OTC). BB: CMPT, www.computone.com) designs, manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of remote access communications servers for Internet, LAN/WAN LAN/WAN Local Area Network/Wide Area Network and Windows NT/SCO UNIX/Linux and other Open Systems. Computone is also a leading producer of high-speed multiport I/O boards, serving vertical markets including healthcare, retail/point-of-sale, banking and financial, telecommunications, Internet service providers (ISPs), transportation, hospitality and education. The company is based in the Atlanta suburb of Alpharetta, and sells through a worldwide network of authorized and certified distributors. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. With the exception of historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release involve risk and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. All trademarks are properties of their respective owners. |
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