[Fwd: IBM backs Linux with solid DB2]

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Greg

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  • Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1999 22:15:13 -0500 (EST)
  • Subject: IBM backs Linux with solid DB2
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  • Message-Id: <199901130315.WAA21411@america.interstep.com>
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IBM backs Linux with solid DB2

In PC Week Labs' tests, IBM's DB2 for Linux beta
demonstrated nearly all the power of the venerable
IBM database. Read the review at
http://www.pcweek.com/a/pcwt9901121/383856/

But despite growing Linux database support, the OS isn't
quite ready for enterprisewide deployment. Find out why at
http://www.pcweek.com/a/pcwt9901126/383862/

Plus: ZDU's intermediate level Unix administration
course will teach you how to configure and administer
the Unix V system using Red Hat's Linux v 5.1.
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Sun launches telco salvo

As expected, Sun on Tuesday unveiled its Netra ft 1800
fault-tolerant server, the centerpiece of a new strategy
targeting telecommunications providers.

Follow the link below for details.
http://www.pcweek.com/a/pcwt9901122/383485/

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Make whey for IT

Cheese maker American Dairy Brands' IT team revamps
in a hurry. See the PC Week case study at
http://www.pcweek.com/a/pcwt9901123/383491/

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Banyan leaps ahead with Microsoft deal

Banyan Systems took a big leap on its road to recovery
Monday, announcing an alliance with Microsoft that includes
a $10 million cash infusion.

Read the story at
http://www.pcweek.com/a/pcwt9901124/384219/

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The great multimedia divide

It's all or nothing when taking the leap to digital
multimedia, says Peter Coffee. Read the column at
http://www.pcweek.com/b/pcwt9901125/383610/

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