Writing at ComputorEdge Online, Mathew W. Beale writes about the increasing popularity of Linux as an embedded operating system within next generation TV set-top boxes. Beale writes . . .

“IBM has been embracing Linux openly, bringing it into high-end business situations, including its 'big iron' S/390s. But the company's move into the embedded Linux space with its PowerPC-based set-top box (STB) is bringing the 'little OS that could' into smaller and smaller places, and to consumers.”

“Linux, in fact, could be coming to a TV near you, courtesy of advancements in embedded technology and the emergent open-source operating system's ability to move right in. Embedded systems are non-PC devices that nonetheless have an internal computer function. STB devices for television promise to deliver entertainment programs and services, including Internet access, browsing, streaming media playback, DVD, video-on-demand, e-mail, DTV/HDTV, home networking, shopping (of course), ad nauseam . . .”

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