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All-in-One Package of Software and Diagnostic Tools Helps Enterprises Evaluate and Implement Migration Strategy
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SAN DIEGO, Mar 24, 2004 -- Lindows Inc. today unveiled the Desktop Linux Enterprise Assessment Kit, available now for $149 at [HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com] . An all-in-one tool designed to make evaluating an enterprise migration strategy easier than ever, the assessment kit offers enterprises an easy way to determine the right fit for desktop Linux within their organization. Anyone looking to learn more about how desktop Linux would be of benefit can now explore the interface of multiple versions of LindowsOS, watch multimedia tutorials, experiment with software applications, and test filetype and hardware compatibility, all from one DVD disc.
The IT professionals of organizations interested in desktop Linux will find the Desktop Linux Enterprise Assessment Kit provides a valuable tool for investigating how the software can benefit their organization. Multiple versions of the operating system have been placed onto a single DVD to save these evaluators time and cost in determining which version best fits their needs. A built-in diagnostic tool determines Linux hardware compatibility, while the assessment kit also enables the user to assess filetype compatibility with Microsoft Office file formats, learn about the benefits of digital software delivery and remote software updates, and become familiar with the LindowsOS interface.
"We've worked with hardware manufacturers and other companies to put together a tool that will help organizations do a thorough assessment of where Linux is suitable for their computing needs," said Michael Robertson, chief executive officer of Lindows, Inc. "This all-in-one package has all the popular tools to familiarize themselves with state of the art desktop Linux, Microsoft file compatibility as well as hardware compatibility for their organization."
As part of using the Desktop Linux Enterprise Assessment Kit to evaluate a possible migration strategy, users can also create installation CDs of any of the software. The DVD includes more than 4 gigabytes of software, including four versions of LindowsOS for evaluation purposes, as well as full-featured diagnostic tools and CNR Express to experience one click digital software distribution and updates.
The Desktop Linux Enterprise Assessment Kit includes the following
software:
* LindowsOS 4.5
* LindowsOS Laptop Edition
* LindowsDeveloper Edition
* LindowsLive!
* CNR Express
* Diagnostic tools
* Historical releases: LindowsOS 4.0, 3.0, and SPX
The Desktop Linux Enterprise Assessment Kit is available now at [HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com] for $149.
To stay up-to-date on all Lindows happenings, visit [HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com] .
For more information, please contact: Kira Lee, Lindows, Inc., +1-858-587-6700, ext. 263, [e-mail:pr@lindows.com].
About Lindows Inc.
Lindows gives consumers the world's most affordable choice in software, focusing on complete ease-of-use and reliability. LindowsOS is an intuitive operating system that allows the installation of thousands of applications with just one click. LindowsOS 4.5 now offers SIP technology for free worldwide calling to other SIP devices, remote desktop sharing, and integrated websearch and translation tools (www.lindows.com/lindowsos ). LindowsOS Laptop Edition (www.lindows.com/laptop ) is the first Linux-based operating system tailored specifically for laptops. Those who are interested in becoming authorized resellers of LindowsOS should visit [HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com] , or [HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com] if interested in selling computers pre-loaded with LindowsOS. LindowsOS is currently offered in English (www.lindows.com/lindowsos ), Spanish (www.lindows.com/espanol ) and Japanese (www.lindows.com/edge ).
SOURCE Lindows, Inc.
Kira Lee of Lindows, Inc., +1-858-587-6700, ext. 263,
[e-mail:pr@lindows.com]
[HYPERLINK@www.lindows.com]
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