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IBM Puts $100M Behind Linux Push

Posted by Zonk on from the big-blue-penguin dept.

IainMH writes "Over at the BBC, there is a report that despite the slow build up, IBM is spending $100m (£52m) over the next three years beefing up its commitment to Linux software. It continues: 'The cash injection will be used to help its customers use Linux on every type of device from handheld computers and phones right up to powerful servers.'" Commentary and coverage also available on TechNewsWorld and ZDNet.

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  1. IBM you BM we all BM for IBM - David Gerrold by Stanistani · · Score: 5, Funny

    Why do I get the feeling that in five years you will ask the man-in-the-street what Linux is and they will reply, "That's that IBM stuff, right? Runs on all the 'puters!"

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  2. I'm in. by Doesn't_Comment_Code · · Score: 5, Funny

    The cash injection will be used to help its customers use Linux on every type of device from handheld computers and phones right up to powerful servers.

    I pledge to install Linux on at least one PC, one laptop, and one handheld. How much of the $100M do I get?

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  3. Re:Shouldn't we be calling it Gnu-Linux? by Anita+Coney · · Score: 5, Funny

    Question: Why do we commonly call aspirin "aspirin" when it's really acetylsalicylic acid?

    Answer: Because it's easier you fucking moron!

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