Igel is readying Linux-based thin clients capable of hosting VMware virtual machines. The company will ship Linux-based thin client firmware next week that adds support for VMware's Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), and optionally includes Leostream's VDI Connection Broker. (more…)

The mainline Linux kernel will gain new support this quarter for virtualized SANs (storage area networks). Emulex says its LightPulse virtual HBA driver gives each virtual machine (VM) on an enterprise storage server independent access to the SAN peripheral, through a shared HBA (host-bus adapter). (more…)

A startup is readying an interesting new Linux-based device promising to deliver free domestic calls (in the U.S.) for life, with no ongoing charges. Ooma's hub uses P2P networking, with each user's landline serving as a potential local termination point for all other users. (more…)

A Mozilla-based web browser is available for Nokia's Linux-based N800 Internet tablet. The “MicroB” browser was released last night, by the Nokia-sponsored Maemo community that maintains open source software stacks for Nokia's tablets. (more…)

Compulab has introduced a fanless PC, roughly the size of a paperback book, that consumes a mere 3 to 5 watts of power. The “fit-PC” comes with Linux preinstalled, and is intended to fit where conventional PCs won't, according to the Haifa, Israel-based company. (more…)

[Updated Jul. 20] — Neuros Audio reports that a Google Summer of Code project ported UPnP software to its Linux-based “Open Source Device” (OSD). Users hook the OSD to their stereo, network, and TV, and use infrared remote controls to browse and play their digital music collection. (more…)

A startup aiming to bring the benefits of network computing to home users has started fulfilling orders for its first low-cost system. Zonbu's silent, eco-friendly “Zonbox” PC runs a Gentoo Linux-based OS with centrally managed local applications and network file storage and backups. (more…)

A German vendor of real-time operating systems and embedded Linux has announced a “technology alliance” with a Herndon, Virginia-based company specializing in high-security middleware for military and defense applications. Sysgo plans to port Objective Interface Systems's (OIS's) ORBexpress CORBA implementation and PCSexpress MILS communication stack to its OSes. (more…)

Core KDE developer Daniel Molkentin has written a book about Trolltech's cross-platform application development toolkit. Published by NoStarch Press, and entitled, “The Book of Qt 4,” the work aims to help novice and advanced users write user-friendly Qt applications. (more…)

Well-known Linux luminary Jon “maddog” Hall is CTO and “ambassador” of a startup selling Linux-based thin clients and network appliances. Koolu currently has two hardware offerings that run Ubuntu Linux, and work with Google Apps in energy- and pollution-sparing installations for business, government, and… (more…)

Taiwanese board vendor Acrosser has started shipping a new fanless, “half-size” ISA board targeting industrial automation, security, and communications applications. The AR-B1572 is based on an AMD GX466 embedded processor, runs Linux or Windows, and has integrated graphics, sound, and PC-style I/O. (more…)

Shenzhen-based embedded specialist Embest Info & Tech has added another board to its growing line of ARM9-based single-board computers (SBCs) and evaluation kits. The NK9315 supports Linux, Windows CE, and other high-level operating systems on a Cirrus Logic EP9315 microcontroller. (more…)

O'Reilly has published a technical book about a new use for an old programming language. Programming Erlang: Software for a Concurrent World describes Erlang, originally designed for distributed, fault-tolerant telecom systems, but apparently undergoing a renaissance due to the advent of… (more…)

The open industry group overseeing the PowerPC architecture has gained seven new members, including two more embedded Linux providers. Power.org now boasts 35 corporate members, including semiconductor vendors, embedded design service companies, chip design tool vendors, chip foundries, OEMs (original equipment manufacturers), and hardware and software vendors. (more…)

This article describes how to build your own silent, fast, eco-friendly Linux-based PC for use in a digital music listening system. The PC is based on a high-end Via mini-ITX board, passively cooled case with heatpipe technology, Debian Linux, and a little creative embedded elbow grease. (more…)