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Linux (also known as GNU/Linux) is a Unix-like computer operating system. It is one of the most prominent examples of open source development and free software; unlike proprietary operating systems such as Windows or Mac OS, all of its underlying source code is available to the public for anyone to freely use, modify, and redistribute.

Initially, Linux was primarily developed and used by individual enthusiasts on personal computers. Since then, Linux has gained the support of major corporations such as IBM, Sun Microsystems, Hewlett-Packard, and Novell for use in servers and is gaining popularity in the desktop market. It is used in systems ranging from supercomputers to mobile phones. Proponents and analysts attribute its success to its security, reliability, low cost, and freedom from vendor lock-in.

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Apache Digital Corp. - Providing high availability and performance workstations, servers, clusters and storage.

500 ASA Computers, Inc. - Linux clusters, servers, workstations, notebooks and special devices.
Meta Description: [ We specialize in configuring all purpose Servers for your internet needs. 1U, 2U, 3U, 5U, 8U servers, NAS, iSCSI solutions, Laptop with Linux, FreeBSD, NT, Window 98, Window 2000, Solaris, Dual boot. ]

ASL Workstations, Inc. - Linux systems: Alpha, Intel.

Atipa - Distributor of professional quality computer hardware. Sells only brand-new, 100% IBM-PC compatible products, all with full warranty and free technical support.

Biz Systems - Linux servers, 1U Rackmount and standard ATX cases. Customizable systems with Linux operating system
Meta Description: [ BizSystems Linux Servers, IU Rackmount, mini, micro, tower ATX cases. Custom built with premium motherboards and components for maximum reliability. ]

500 Calibri Research - CalibriTM-133, is a ready to use, compact multipurpose network appliance with embedded Linux OS. Offering an efficient and low cost solution to firewall, VPN and routing demands.

California Digital - Provides ultra dense, rack optimized Linux servers.
Meta Description: [ California Digital provides turnkey GNU/Linux OS X compute clusters and servers using Itanium2, Xeon64, Opteron, G5, and Xeon processors. ]

Citrus Micro - Sells Net Integrator Servers powered by the Nitix Operating System.
Meta Description: [ Citrus Micro Intellinet, GuestGate, Nitix Servers SB, SE, PE Operating System, Surveillance, Asus Laptops, Computer Parts, Notebooks, Asus Bare bones ]

Compusys - UK based Alpha Linux systems manufacturer.
Meta Description: [ Compusys plc are a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner. Let compusys take the pain out of your IT environment with solutions to cover content management, document management and workflow, all matched to resilient hardware platformsto ensure reduced risk in any IT project ]

Digital Networks UK - UK supplier of servers, desktops and workstations designed and optimised for the Linux and FreeBSD operating systems.
Meta Description: [ DNUK is one of the UK's leading suppliers of workstations, servers and storage systems designed and optimised for the GNU/Linux based operating systems. ]

Diskless Workstations - Dynamic Results, Inc. builds and sells low cost diskless Linux workstations.

Emperor Linux, Inc - Sells pre-configured Linux portables, laptops, and PDA's.

404 Fox Prints - Dual-boot PC sales (Windows/Linux)

Guardian Digital, Inc. - Secure Linux server appliances.
Meta Description: [ Guardian Digital, the premier open source security company, offers the first secure, open source Internet infrastructure system. Based on Guardian Digital's operating system platform, EnGarde Secure Linux, the company provides customers with server software, network appliances, and services addre... ]

Hard Data Ltd. - Built to order workstations and servers based on Digital Alpha CPUs, AMD and Intel based x86 PCs, high performance storage solutions featuring hot swappable disk arrays and power supplies.
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Hewlett Packard - A leading manufacturer of Linux servers.
Meta Description: [ Official Hewlett-Packard site - Buy or learn about HP printers, laptops, computers, digital cameras, servers, storage, networking, software, enterprise solutions & more. ]

IbexPC.com - Personal Computers with SUSE, Mandrake or Redhat linux pre-installed.
Meta Description: [ Customize your very own Intel & AMD computer system online. Great selection of barebone computers, systems, linux computers, Home/Office systems and servers. ]

Iron Systems, Inc. - Provides custom-built servers.

LinITX.com - Site specialising in Linux running on mini-ITX boards. Sells components and systems for making firewalls, routers, small servers, thin clients, or multimedia appliances.
Meta Description: [ Specialist UK based retailer of VIA Mini-ITX PCs, motherboards, cases and systems. Worldwide supply of In car PC solutions, power supplies, drives, GPS, LCD Touchscreens. VOIP Devices from Sipura. Linux compatible products and consultancy. ]

Linux 1U servers - Custom designed 1U servers running linux, and bsd. Also provide 24x7x365 on-site coverage around the world.

Linux Computer Systems - Sells Pentium-II-III, Pentium-III Xeon, and AMD K6-2 workstations, servers, and Beowolf Nodes pre-installed with Redhat or Caldera Linux.
Meta Description: [ Linux Computer Systems supplies Workstations, Servers & Beowolf Nodes, from AMD K6 to Quad Intel Pentium II Xeon Servers. Starting at $675 ]

Los Alamos Computers - Pre-installed Linux workstations and servers. Choose from Red Hat, Debian, Mandrake, SuSE, or Slackware.
Meta Description: [ Linux workstations for home and office computing -- built to your specifications. ]

Martin Technology Services - Offers internet solutions based on Linux free-standing or rack-mounted servers.
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Micronux - Sells linux software, Mandrake, Redhat, Debian distributions as well as customized Linux workstations and servers.
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Penguin Computing - Offers servers, workstations, clustering hardware, and support services.
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Pixelconsulting.net - Linux solution provider offering hardware and system expertise.
Meta Description: [ Our engineers provide complete solutions for internet infrastructure businesses, government & education. Employing custom-built rackmount servers & workstations, we produce load-balanced clusters, turnkey VPN, and enterprise backup systems for ISPs, Application Service Providers, Certificate Aut... ]

Ribosi Internet Solutions - Custom, mission specific Linux systems.
Meta Description: [ Ribosi Inc. specializes in open source solutions which work as well as or better than their proprietary counterparts. We are a full service shop including everything from building the computers to building and implementing the applications that run on them to managing the networks they run on. ]

Ridge Technologies - Australian company that builds custom based Linux solutions for both corporate and home use.

ServerStack - High Availability clusters.

StoreAnyWhere - Offers servers, workstations, and laptops with Linux.

Sunset Systems - Provides high-quality, preconfigured ready-to-run Linux-based computers. Also offer custom development of business software. Headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona.

SW Technology - Servers, workstations and notebooks with RedHat, SuSE or Fedora Core Linux pre-installed.

500 Unixpac - Sells the Cobalt Microserver Qube, a pre-installed Linux server.
Meta Description: [ Unixpac is a market leader in the distribution of
 IT security solutions and services in Australia and New Zealand. Unixpac currently offers the largest and most complete portfolio of IT security solutions such as: Intrusion Prevention Systems, Change and Compliance Management, LAN Security... ]

Userful - Provides cost-effective turnkey multi-user Linux solutions for the public access environment.
Meta Description: [ Outsource your desktop computers to Userful for a fraction of your current costs. Userful's complete solution includes hardware, software and support. This fully managed service offers rigorous security and enterprise service levels. Userful's unique technology turns 1 computer into ten ensures w... ]

xiLinux Systems Inc. - Custom Linux storage solutions, servers and workstations.
Meta Description: [ xiLinux Systems Inc. specializes in custom linux storage solutions, servers and workstations, consulting and services. ]

Xinit Systems - Provides corporate Linux systems and Open Source solutions.
Meta Description: [ Xinit Systems Ltd is a UK-based vendor of Linux and Open Source based servers, storage systems, workstations and servers. Our products are used in HPC, software development, CAD/DCC and enteprise computing. For powerful, scalable, Linux-based computing solutions, Xinit Systems is your answer. ]

Xtops.DE - Reseller of notebooks and PDAs with Linux pre-installed.
Meta Description: [ Xtops.DE offers pre-installed Unix (Linux, BSD, Solaris, ..) systems on mobile computers. ]

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