Turbolinux Introduces FUJI Desktop Linux Operating System With Enhanced Windows Compatibility.TOKYO -- Turbolinux, Inc., a global leader of Linux-based solutions known for state-of-the art technology and cost-effective IT solutions, today announced the highly anticipated release of Turbolinux FUJI Version 11 (FUJI). Turbolinux's new 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. platform is designed for optimum desktop and laptop computer performance. It features several tools to facilitate the use of Windows-based applications on the Turbolinux system, including David(TM) MS Office compatible software, Active Directory Authentication, file sharing Copying files from one computer to another. See peer-to-peer network, file sharing protocol and file and printer sharing. , Desktop Search, Turbo Search and other communications tools. The FUJI OS will be available in retail stores in Japan beginning on November 25, 2005. FUJI is the successor to Turbolinux 10 Desktop (10D), a core Turbolinux desktop product released in October 2003, which spent 52 weeks as a top category seller of 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. . Turbolinux is also the primary distributor of Linux desktop operating systems with a 90% market share, according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the BCN BCN Beacon BCN Blue Care Network BCN Biblioteca del Congreso Nacional (Chile) BCN Backbone Concentrator Node (routers, Nortel) BCN Banco Central de Nicaragua BCN Broadband Convergence Network survey. Designed primarily for the Japanese Linux market, the new FUJI system augments the Windows compatibility features first introduced in 10D, and offers a desktop computing environment with optimized applications, as well as outstanding safety and stability. "FUJI merges the most exceptional features of both Linux and Windows," said Koichi Yano, president and COO of Turbolinux, Inc. "It offers a singular hybrid operating system that will continue to broaden Linux use in several expanding markets, including corporate, government and educational IT initiatives." To respond to the Japanese government's October 2005 decision to procure open source software applications and ensure a seamless consumer shift to the Linux platform, Turbolinux has positioned FUJI as a "transition" product that will enhance open source software productivity on applications like Office Suite. Turbolinux is also initiating an innovative computing endeavor to coincide with the FUJI product launch -- the main OS program will be capable of continuous upgrades via special plug-ins. This will allow Linux users to purchase the core OS and subsequently create personalized setups adding plug-ins that support individual user requirements. In conjunction with the FUJI OS release, Turbolinux has unveiled its first plug-in, "PowerDVD for Linux," produced by CyberLink Corporation. Highlights of Turbolinux FUJI Version 11 Windows Compatibility Via an exclusive Japanese market distribution agreement with Philippines-based SpecOps Labs, Inc., Turbolinux has preinstalled SpecOps' David software application in the FUJI platform to respond to market demand for Windows program compatibility on open source Linux systems. MS Office files created in Windows can now be easily opened and edited within the FUJI OS. The FUJI platform augments four aspects of Windows compatibility: Windows operation compatibility; Windows file compatibility; Windows application A program that is written to run under Microsoft's Windows operating system. Such applications typically run under all 32-bit versions of Windows, but earlier applications might also run under the 16-bit versions (Windows 3.x) as well. See Windows. compatibility, applicable to the David software module; and Windows system compatibility. Language Upgrades FUJI offers the latest version of StarOffice's (version 8) application software. The package is the first to include Ricoh TrueType Fonts third and fourth standards as regulation font. And, "ATOK ATOK Asociaci Textilního-Odevního-Kožedelného (Czech Association of Textile, Clothing and Leather Industry, Czech Republic) for Linux," which is installed as the Japanese language Japanese language Language spoken by about 125 million people on the islands of Japan, including the Ryukyus. The only other language of the Japanese archipelago is Ainu (see Ainu), now spoken by only a handful of people on Hokkaido, though once much more widespread. input module, also elevates OS language proficiencies. Virus Protection Turbolinux has incorporated an anti-virus engine developed by information security software leader Kaspersky Lab Kaspersky Lab is a computer security company, co-founded by Natalia Kaspersky and Eugene Kaspersky in 1997, offering antivirus, anti-spyware, anti-spam, and anti-intrusion products. into its Turbo Anti-Virus program. The application is designed to conduct real-time scans, detecting and removing Window viruses from PC's. FUJI also includes strengthened security features, such as folder encryption functions, Active Directory authentication management for the Linux PC A desktop or laptop computer running some version of the Linux operating system. See Linux and desktop PC. , and features to significantly minimize User Management issues in a mixed Windows/Linux environment. More Key Features Additional components of the FUJI OS designed to maximize performance in a hybrid computing environment include Turbo Search, a high-speed desktop search tool for increased productivity; expanded "Control Center" features; wireless LAN A local area network that transmits over the air typically in the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz unlicensed frequency band. It does not require line of sight between sender and receiver. Wireless base stations (access points) are wired to an Ethernet network and transmit a radio frequency over an area capacity; automatic updates for security patches, enhanced broadband features and several other state-of-the-art functions for personal and business users. Turbolinux has already secured an agreement with MCJ MCJ Malattia Di Creutzfeldt-Jakob (Italian: Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease) MCJ Mississippi Center for Justice MCJ Master Criminal Justice MCJ Microcrystalline Cellulose, Jet Milled MCJ Master of Laws in Comparative Jurisprudence Degree Co., Ltd. and continues to aggressively pursue partnerships for FUJI preinstallation and bundling ventures. FUJI Product Lineup Turbolinux will release two packages of FUJI for the Japanese market only at this time: 1) Turbolinux FUJI Basic priced at 5,800 Yen (approximately $USD USD In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the U.S. Dollar. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. 50.00). This package provides basic OS functions, but does not include StarOffice 8, ATOK for Linux, and Turbo Anti-Virus. 2) Turbolinux FUJI priced at 16,800 Yen (approximately $USD145.00). This comprehensive package includes all basic and premium functions. FUJI Product Release Dates Retail sales in Japan start on November 25, 2005. The Turbolinux Online Shop at www.turbolinux.co.jp will begin accepting pre-orders between November 11 and November 24, with the first 1,000 customers receiving an original Turbolinux logo product (FUJI Basic orders not eligible). Previous Turbolinux customers may purchase the FUJI full-feature package for a reduced rate. An international product release will be available early first quarter of year 2006. Turbolinux continues to be in the forefront of the Linux operating environment In computing, an operating environment is the environment in which users run programs, whether in a command line interface, such as in MS-DOS or the Unix shell, or in a graphical user interface, such as in the Macintosh operating system. by focusing on the greatest advantages of Linux -- "low cost and high performance" -- and, by passing those advantages on to consumers in Asia and worldwide. For more information on Turbolinux, visit www.turbolinux.com About Turbolinux, Inc. Turbolinux develops and sells the leading 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. in the Asia-Pacific region. The operating system is optimized to run on a wide range of hardware platforms, including Intel-based servers and IBM mainframes. Turbolinux, with headquarters in Japan, plays a major role in developing Linux systems for the Japanese and Asian market, including Japanese and Chinese language "double-byte" text support. More than half of Turbolinux's staff is dedicated to Linux engineering development and support, providing expert support and custom application development services that go beyond Japanese localization Customizing software and documentation for a particular country. It includes the translation of menus and messages into the native spoken language as well as changes in the user interface to accommodate different alphabets and culture. See internationalization and l10n. issues. Turbolinux works extensively with standards bodies and partners to ensure certification and software compatibility in all business environments. For more information, please visit www.turbolinux.com Turbolinux is a trademark of Turbolinux, Inc. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. |
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