Embedded Linux licensing model proves popular

LinuxLink by TimeSys, the first continuously updated web-based resource for embedded Linux development, has achieved significant growth since its introduction in August 2005.

LinuxLink by TimeSys, the first continuously updated web-based resource for embedded Linux development, has achieved significant growth since its introduction in August 2005.

LinuxLink is an industry-changing delivery model, and the first commercial offering to support the majority of embedded developers who build and assemble their own commercial-grade custom Linux platform.

The LinuxLink approach has been validated by embedded developers, semiconductor manufacturers and embedded solutions providers.

Over 2000 embedded developers have joined LinuxLink.

Freescale Semiconductor, Intel and MIPS Technologies are delivering their latest Linux optimisations through LinuxLink.

Leading resellers AcSys, Fabiotec, Nissin Systems, Shresta and Weslab are now selling and supporting LinuxLink in response to demand in key international markets.

Nearly 70 processors are now supported and new features and community support resources have been launched.

Only LinuxLink delivers on-demand access to the latest processor-optimised Linux and components, a rich development environment and community support.

This is a significant departure from commercial embedded Linux vendors that dictate feature sets and release schedules, resulting in platforms that diverge significantly from the open source community.

"LinuxLink fills the previously unmet need for a commercial resource that connects embedded developers with semiconductor manufacturers and the Open Source community in a meaningful way", said Larry Weidman, President and CEO of TimeSys.

"With LinuxLink, embedded developers have the freedom to choose the resources that are relevant to their project in a flexible delivery model that meets the needs of development teams of any size".

Bob Rizza, Senior Firmware Engineer at Tiernan, a Radyne company, is leading a team using LinuxLink to develop a router based on the XScale IXP425 processor from Intel to provide Internet and telecommunications connectivity to developing nations.

"With LinuxLink, we can download whatever we need, and don't have to create everything ourselves", he said.

"The LinuxLink licensing model is much more flexible than proprietary Linux operating systems".

"LinuxLink provides our customers with a commercial resource for the latest Linux from MIPS Technologies, as well as packages, development tools and an interactive community support model to speed and simplify development", said John Wilkes, manager, strategic alliances, MIPS Technologies.

"LinuxLink aids and empowers MIPS Technologies licensees and their customers in their efforts to create their own commercial-grade custom Linux platform".

"The TimeSys Developer Exchange provides an excellent experience of the Open Source collaboration model for all users and enables them to quickly and efficiently solve their embedded Linux development problems", said Thomas Gleixner, a well-known expert in embedded and real-time Linux.

"Developer Exchange builds the bridge between commercial development requirements and the Open Source Bazaar, where TimeSys experts mediate between both worlds with active contributions to promote Linux as the operating system of choice for embedded development".

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