Coollogic Announces New Web Site For Free Embedded Linux Downloads --www.rtkenel.org.Business Editors/Technology Writers DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 5, 2000 Coollogic Inc., a leader in embedded Linux The Linux operating system configured and enhanced to work in a wide variety of applications, including handheld devices, network appliances, industrial machines and consumer electronics devices. The modularity of the Linux kernel makes it well suited to embedded systems. software and Internet appliances, announced today the launch of www.rtkernel.org, a free commercial site for embedded, real-time Linux downloads. The new vendor-neutral site, which will offer the latest Coollogic version of the real time (RT) Linux kernel The nucleus of the Linux operating system. The Linux kernel, which was developed by Linus Torvalds, was integrated with software from the GNU Project and other sources to create the actual Linux operating system. See Linux, GNU/Linux and kernel. , was developed and is sponsored by the company in order to support the foundation of open source software. The RT kernel is available for free and immediate download. "Our goal is to make www.rtkernel.org the official source for the real time Linux kernel," said Eric Powers, vice president of software engineering for Coollogic. "Much like www.kernel.org, this website will continue to support the concept of free Linux software for the benefit of embedded systems Embedded systems Computer systems that cannot be programmed by the user because they are preprogrammed for a specific task and are buried within the equipment they serve. developers and software and hardware product managers worldwide." Coollogic is dedicated to promoting open development of the real time Linux kernel because it benefits other companies operating in the post-PC market. Because the RT kernel is free and immediately accessible, Internet appliance manufacturers can reduce their time to market and expenses. Additionally, www.rtkernel.org supports the GNU gnu (n  ) or wildebeest (wĭl`dəbēst'), large African antelope, genus Connochaetes. public license agreement, under which Coollogic operates. The RT kernel is a free alternative to proprietary embedded operating systems An operating system used in special-purpose applications (embedded systems). Embedded operating systems are typically very compact and often designed for real time operations. See embedded Linux, QNX, OS-9, Windows XP Embedded, Windows CE, VxWorks and Symbian OS. . Coollogic, its customers and other Internet appliance and Linux software developers will benefit from the new website because it leverages open source technology into non-X86 platforms and ports. Software developers are encouraged to contribute to the embedded, real time kernel. Content for the website will consist of the real-time kernel source code, documentation of the RT kernel and links to similar, helpful Linux websites. Coollogic encourages those interested in the 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 become contributors to the site, in order to maximize usage of the RT kernel and acceptance of embedded Linux 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. . The promotion of the free software as a serious solution and alternative to other operating systems is essential to the success of all Linux operating systems, said Powers. "The contributions of the Linux community, whether to the RT kernel, message boards or the resource list, will demonstrate the power of open source software." Other content to be developed for the site includes reviews of hardware and software, directory and resource links, bug tracking and version control. Coollogic, as part of its sponsorship, will loosely manage the content of www.rtkernel.org. About Coollogic, Inc.: Coollogic is a developer of innovative Internet appliances and embedded Linux software. Its Internet Ready(tm) solutions combine the Coollinux(tm) software, e-Pilot(tm) hardware and popular applications and services in a business-to-business model. The Coollogic Internet Ready(tm) solution provides businesses a turnkey package of reliable software, easy-to-use hardware and Internet access See how to access the Internet. through service providers and custom portals. Coollogic's software and hardware solutions offer Internet appliance manufacturers (OEMs) and Vertical Market Integrators (VMIs a way to provide their customers with customized, simple and affordable Internet and network access. The company was founded in April 1997 in Dallas, Texas “Dallas” redirects here. For other uses, see Dallas (disambiguation). The City of Dallas (pronounced [ˈdæl.əs] or [ˈdæl. . |
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