TurboLinux Ships New Workstation with First Commercial Linux for IA-64

Strategic Insights -

TurboLinux Workstation Pro 6.1, announced on October 17, 2000, marks a significant milestone in the Linux landscape by offering the first commercial version of Linux for Intel's forthcoming Itanium processor systems (IA-64). This workstation is designed to cater to developers who require powerful Open Source tools and commercial Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) from industry leaders such as IBM, Sun, and Inprise/Borland. The platform promises to facilitate the creation of content and solutions quickly, utilizing Java technology and comprehensive developer tools.

Key Takeaways:

  • TurboLinux Workstation Pro 6.1 is the first commercial release of Linux for Intel's IA-64 platform.
  • The workstation includes new developer release versions of TurboLinux for Sun Microsystem's SPARC processors and for Apple Computer's PPC processors.
  • It comes with integrated development environments from IBM, including Borland JBuilder, Sun Forte for Java Community Edition, and IBM WebSphere Application Server.
  • The platform ships with StarOffice 5.2 for Microsoft Office file compatibility, Netscape, and hundreds of other popular applications.
  • The TurboTools feature streamlines the configuration of networks, printers, user accounts, and system settings.

Statistics:

  • List price: GBP51.02 (GBP59.95 inc VAT)
  • System Requirements:

+ CPU: Intel or Intel Compatible Pentium level and above

+ Memory: 32MB and above, 64MB and above recommended

+ HD: 2GB and above recommended

+ CD-ROM: ATAPI/SCSI

+ Floppy: 1.44MB

Sources:

  • M2 Communications Ltd, "TurboLinux: TurboLinux ships new workstation with first commercial Linux for IA-64;" October 17, 2000