Tools, tune-ups for Linux efforts

Gnome has brought the OS to its desktops, Debian's founder has taken on standardization, Linux now boots on Niagara, and more.

GNOME sliding Linux onto business desktops

GNOME update will include tools designed to make it easier to deploy Linux desktop environment in enterprises.
February 21, 2006

Progeny Linux leader takes new job

Founder of Debian Linux project, and of company called Progeny to commercialize it, takes job trying to standardize elements of OS.
February 17, 2006

Ubuntu founder doubts 'Goobunto' product

blog Google likely is using the Ubuntu version of Linux, but Ubuntu doubts the search giant plans to make it a product.
February 17, 2006

Linux boots on Sun's Niagara chip

Programmer reaches early milestone in adapting the open-source operating system to Sun's 32-thread processor.
February 17, 2006

Ice cream whipped up Linux-style

blog MooBella is using the open-source operating system to control its vending machines that whip up customized ice cream.
February 16, 2006

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Novell seeks to boost Linux graphics

Novell has released a software graphics package to compete with rival operating systems.
February 6, 2006

Linux's new eye candy

images Novell?s Xgl plug-in permits multiple virtual desktops in Linux to be displayed on a rotating cube.
February 6, 2006