Electronic Design editor William Wong points out that embedded Linux is doing well despite a difficult economy, and contrary to comments from a number of editors, analysts, and critics that suggest otherwise. Some vendors are even reportedly in the black — and growing . . .

“So is it doom and gloom time for Linux lovers? Now might be a good time to take a step back and review the facts . . .”

“The trick to making money from open source is not wringing out every last penny from every user. That nonpaying consumer may eventually turn into a paying customer, or someone else may deliver a product the customer is willing to pay for based on your product . . . “

“As for the answer to the question posed in the headline, it's obviously a resounding no. In fact, the companies delivering products in this space aren't only surviving. They're growing . . . “

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