An overview of Linux for embedded developers (Part 5)
Oct 4, 1997 — by Rick Lehrbaum — from the LinuxDevices Archive — viewsConclusion
The Linux operating system is well suited for use in the rapidly growing embedded computing market. It's technologically advanced kernel, open source development model, free availability and royalty free distribution make it an ideal choice for future designs. The large developer environment and fast pace of contributions ensure that Linux will meet the requirements of emerging embedded and mobile applications for some time to come.
Resource links . . .
- Linux kernel distribution
- GNU compiler collection
- The Microwindows Project
- The Xfree86 Project — X Window System
- The ViewML Embedded Browser Project
- KDE Desktop Project
- GTK+/GDK Widget Set
- Fast Light Tool Kit Homepage
- Linux4.TV — Linux Open Source Interactive TV Project
About the author: Greg Haerr is CEO of Century Software and founder of the Microwindows and ViewML projects.
Story navigation . . .
- Part 1: Why Linux?
- Part 2: The Linux Kernel
- Part 3: Graphical Windowing Environments
- Part 4: ViewML Embedded Web Browser
- Part 5: Conclusion
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