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Novell Introduces SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9: A Major Step Forward in Enterprise Linux

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Novell has announced the introduction of SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9, a significant advancement in enterprise Linux that promises to handle corporate workgroup and data center requirements with ease. This enterprise-class server is built on the new Linux 2.6 kernel and is supported by leading hardware and software vendors. SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 offers improved performance, scalability, and security enhancements, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to deploy Linux at the core of their operations.

Key Takeaways:

  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 is the first enterprise-class server to leverage the 2.6 Linux kernel for powerful reliability and performance enhancements.
  • Unique management capabilities with YaST and ZENworks Linux Management lower the deployment and administration costs of Linux systems.
  • The server features a robust application support, including comprehensive open source functionality, support for third-party applications, and tools for delivering applications on Linux.
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 includes multiple new features and enhancements, such as advanced memory management, advanced processor support, and native POSIX thread library (NPTL).
  • The server offers hot-plug services, allowing IT administrators to change hard disks, processors, and other periphery at runtime.
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 is supported by a global ecosystem of enterprise-level consulting, training, and support.
  • The server is backed by Novell's Linux Indemnification Program, which gives customers protection from third-party copyright litigation.
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 is supported by leading hardware and software vendors, including AMD, CA, HP, IBM, Intel, Oracle, and others.

Statistics:

  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 is the first enterprise-class server to leverage the 2.6 Linux kernel.
  • The server features a kernel 2.6 based enhancement, native POSIX thread library (NPTL), and advanced I/O capabilities that offer the industry's best performance.
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 supports Samba 3 file and print services, and includes numerous e-mail services, databases, and middleware services.
  • The server has been certified for Common Criteria Evaluation CAPP/EAL 4+, improving on SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 8's already top-rated CAPP/EAL 3+ certification.
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 is supported by more than 100 software and hardware companies.
  • The server has been tested on multiple architectures, including x86, AMD64, Intel EM64T, Intel Itanium Processor Family, IBM POWERTM, IBM zSeries, and IBM S390.

Sources:

  • M2 PressWire, August 4, 2004
  • Novell Press Release, August 4, 2004
  • LinuxWorld Conference & Expo 2004, San Francisco, CA
  • Novell, Inc. official website
  • AMD, CA, HP, IBM, Intel, Oracle, and other supporting vendors' websites.

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