Kits target specialized embedded Linux applications
Nov 23, 2004 — by Rick Lehrbaum — from the LinuxDevices Archive — viewsWin Enterprises has introduced a series of application-oriented kits intended to help companies bring embedded products to market quickly and cost-effectively. Each kit targets specific markets, is based on an x86 processor, and is offered with support for Linux, the company says.
The markets targeted by the kits are:
- Networking, Internet, Telecommunications
- Industrial Automation, Factory Control
- Point-of-Sale (POS)
- Media Center, Home Theater PC, Entertainment, Gaming
- Military, Aerospace, Law Enforcement
- Automotive
- Medical and Scientific
The kits vary widely, depending on the intended application. They range from an SBC (single board computer) only, all the way up to a complete kiosk design that includes an SBC, chassis, and touchscreen LCD monitor. All are based on readily available components, the company says.
In addition to off-the-shelf SBCs and the new application-oriented kits, WIN Enterprises also offers customized design, manufacturing, fulfillment, and support services. The company also provides customized software support through SoluSoft, its software subsidiary.
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