PROGENY LINUX SYSTEMS ROLLS OUT PROGENY DEBIAN.Progeny Linux Systems The introduction to this article provides insufficient context for those unfamiliar with the subject matter. Please help [ improve the introduction] to meet Wikipedia's layout standards. You can discuss the issue on the talk page. , Inc. has released the first edition of Progeny Debian. The download edition is available now at www.progeny.com/download. The box set will be available on April 23rd. Progeny Debian was developed in cooperation with Debian GNU/Linux Debian GNU/Linux - Debian , a popular 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. developed by more than 600 volunteers and regarded as having the most innovative software management technology available. The advantages of using a Debian-based 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. include the ability to upgrade mission critical systems without rebooting, installation of software with a single command, and a network-based software manager. Debian was founded by Ian Murdock Ian Murdock (born April 28, 1973, in Konstanz, Germany) is the founder of the Debian GNU/Linux distribution and the commercial Linux distributor Progeny. He currently works for Sun Microsystems "head[ing] up operating system platform strategy"[1] , 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. of Progeny Linux Systems. The company includes a number of leading Debian developers who are led by CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. John H. Hartman, a prominent expert in operating systems. Progeny Debian provides an enhanced feature set that includes easy graphical installation, hardware detection support, and improved configuration and management tools. Also included is the latest stable technology, consisting of XFree86 4.0.2 and glibc2.2. Other additions include improved USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. support and an auto-install feature for streamlining multiple installations. "Debian has been at the forefront of Linux technology for over seven years now," says Ian Murdock, President and CEO of Progeny. "Its feature set is second-to-none among Linux distributions, particularly in the areas of software management and upgradability. However, it has long been considered difficult to install, and its lack of commercial support has hindered widespread adoption in corporate environments." Murdock goes on to say, "Progeny's enhancements make Debian's technology a more viable option for corporate customers. In combination with our technical support, professional services, and integrated network services offering - Progeny Service Network - Debian is now the ideal Linux platform for mission-critical computing infrastructure." Murdock is quick to point out that Progeny Debian is not another distribution of Linux. "In fact, we don't see Progeny Debian as a separate distribution. It is an enhanced version of Debian for the commercial market. All of our development efforts are being contributed back to the Debian community, and we hope that our work can help make Debian better for all users." The box set will offer a 90-day subscription to the Progeny Service Network and 30-days of telephone installation support. Progeny Service Network provides timely, secured software updates seamlessly to corporate customers. The service includes free e-mail assistance and various support levels depending on the customers' needs. |
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