Linux

Demand for Windows and Linux servers is increasing at a rapid pace, at the expense of Unix servers and other non-x86 machines, according to IDC.

In the new version of its Virtual Desk Infrastructure (VDI) software, Oracle has included the ability to run various Linux distributions on thin-client devices.

The integration of Cisco VN-Link technology with Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization promises better performance and network visibility and control, and reduced TCO for data center virtualization deployments. The move also expands the choices for deploying virtualization on Linux platforms while enabling the same level of security and policy for VMs that exists for physical servers.

Live CDs, DVDs or USB drives let you run Linux without actually installing it. Here are five reasons why you should.

VMware will standardize its virtual appliances on Suse Linux and be the single point of contact for users of vSphere and Suse.

The bug affects Adobe Flash Player version 10.0.45.2 and earlier on all operating systems, including Windows, Macintosh and Linux.

Growth in 2010 expected to be $10.4 billion as SMB and enterprise customers refresh their infrastructure as IT budgets improve.

Enterprises around the world are aggressively refreshing their technology infrastructures as the worldwide server market increased 4.7% year over year to $10.4 billion in the first quarter of 2010.

The array is certified for use with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer

Citrix not fighting an OS battle CTO says