IBM has published the following technical articles, tutorials, and downloads on its developerWorks Website. They cover a range of interesting (though not necessarily embedded) technical topics. Some require free registration. Enjoy . . . (more…)

Mocana Corporation has launched its embedded device security suite, which aims to bring standards-based secure communications to even the most resource-constrained embedded devices, including those running Linux. The Suite comprises an SSL/TLS server, SSL/TLS client, and SSH server, and targets networked devices of all kinds where security is paramount. (more…)

Magma Mobility Electronics has released software enabling its CardBus-to-PCI adapters to be used with Linux. The adapters enable full-length 32- or 64-bit PCI cards to be connected to systems through a Type II PCMCIA slot. (more…)

Symbio Technologies has announced that a version of its thin-client management suite is now available for download under the GPL (GNU General Public License) from Sourceforge.net. The software provides a GUI for centralized management of thin-client workstations running software from the Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP). (more…)

Sony introduced three Linux-based in-car navigation and infotainment devices in Japan today. The NV-XYZ 33, 55, and 77 feature 3D map navigation technology, media players, hard drives, GPS, and PC connectivity. (more…)

Adobe will create an embedded Linux version of Adobe Reader, and Sony will use the software in a car navigation system. Sony will incorporate the portable document file (PDF) file viewer in its embedded Linux based HDD AV Navi XYZ series of car navigation systems for the Japanese market. (more…)

LinuxDevices.com is proud to present this fascinating interview with Glenn Henry, founder of VIA processor subsidiary Centaur Technology, and former Dell CTO and IBM Fellow. Henry discusses the founding of Centaur, its strategy and products, and why Linux is fundamental to his company's success. (more…)

Digital Airways has released a C language version of its user interface (UI) building tools that will enable the tools to be used to build UIs for phones running Linux, and phones with fewer hardware and software resources. (more…)

Access is shipping a new user interface (UI) framework that enables mobile operators to deliver dynamic mobile services and programs. Dynamic Menu is based on Access's NetFront Rendering Engine, which supports Linux. (more…)

Cross-platform video driver vendor SciTech Software has launched a program to enable non-commercial users to use its drivers at no cost. The program is supported by an online configuration portal that helps users download and install a driver configured for their systems. Supported OSes include Linux, W2K/XP, Win95/98/ME, and OS/2. (more…)

Ampro Computers is shipping a computer-on-module it calls “the world's first rugged ETX module.” The ETX 700 is available with a choice of low-power Intel processors, supports Linux, and targets harsh environment medical, military, transportation, and industrial applications. (more…)

MontaVista Founding Team member Bill Weinberg has left the company to join the Open Source Development Labs in the newly created role of “Open Source Architect Specialist.” Weinberg will work with Lab members, Linux users, press, and analysts as an evangelist for Linux and OSDL programs. (more…)

On-chip debug (OCD) specialist Macraigor has introduced a tiny full-speed JTAG (IEEE Standard 1149.1) or BDM (background debug mode) debugger that essentially converts a JTAG header to a USB header. (more…)

[updated Jun. 9, 2004] — MontaVista has upgraded its graphics feature pack for developers creating graphical user interfaces for X11 applications running on MontaVista Linux Professional Edition 3.1. MontaVista Graphics now supports the SH architecture, with ARM support in progress, and includes a smaller window manager. (more…)

LinuxDevices.com is proud to present this interview with Glenn Henry, founder of VIA processor subsidiary Centaur Technology, and former Dell CTO and IBM Fellow. (more…)