Novell, Inc. (Nasdaq: NOVL) delivers Software for the Open Enterprise™. With more than 50,000 customers in 43 countries, Novell helps customers manage, simplify, secure and integrate their technology environments by leveraging best-of-breed, open standards-based software. With over 20 years of experience, more than 5,000 employees, 5,000 partners and support centers around the world, Novell helps customers gain control over their IT operating environment while reducing cost. More information about Novell can be found at http://www.novell.com.

Red Hat, the world's leading open source and Linux provider, is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with satellite offices spanning the globe. Red Hat is leading Linux and open source solutions into the mainstream by making high quality, low cost technology accessible. Red Hat provides operating system software along with middleware, applications and management solutions. Red Hat also offers support, training and consulting services to its customers worldwide and through top-tier partnerships. Red Hat's open source strategy offers customers a long term plan for building infrastructures that are based on and leverage open source technologies with focus on security and ease of management. Learn more: http://www.redhat.com

Founded in 1993, FarStone Technology, Inc. is a leading developer of PC and network-based system recovery solutions and a provider of digital content security, replication and management utilities. FarStone is an ISO 9001 certified software publisher holding multiple technology patents. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the company licenses its software to corporations, small businesses, educational and government institutions and consumers worldwide. FarStone's global technology partners include Intel, Phoenix Technologies, Authentium, InterVideo, Netcell, NEC, Fujitsu and Linspire. Most noted for providing Personal Disaster Recovery (PDR) solutions for Windows and Linux systems, FarStone has issued over 25M software licenses since it's founding. For more information about FarStone and their software technology, please visit the company's website at www.farstone.com.

Linspire is the company behind the world's easiest desktop Linux, Linspire Five-0. Offering the virus protection and security of Linux, complete Microsoft-compatible office suite, and full-featured media, One of the top-rated, most widely used Linux distros, Linspire is pre-installed by dozens of computer makers, and Linspire software and computers are available worldwide in major retail chains such as Best Buy, Micro Center, Wal-Mart, Amazon, CompUSA, and Tiger Direct. Linspire pioneered CNR (click and run) Technology, which allows users to download thousands of software programs, each of which can be installed with just one mouse click.

Canonical is the sponsor of the Debian based Ubuntu, and has spent the last two years working with the community, evolving and developing the Ubuntu distribution to be easy to use, stable, and flexible. Since the first release in October 2004, Ubuntu has become widely used and appreciated around the world. The next release in June will be enterprise focused, and with both a desktop version and a server version, this release will have the support of many hardware and software vendors.

Canonical Ltd is committed to the development, distribution and promotion of open source software, and to the provision of commercial tools and support services on a global basis. Canonical's award-winning Ubuntu operating environment has been adopted as the preferred desktop solution in governments, schools and businesses around the world. The company employs developers and support engineers across 15 countries and is headquartered in Europe.

NComputing offers a new way to expand a network by creating up to 30 computing terminals from one host PC! Each PC Expanion terminal works independently and securely from each other thus, allowing each user to have their own desktop login ID and password. This technology also helps to significantly reduce hardware and IT maintenance costs while increasing data security because all the information resides with the host Computer instead of having individual PCs.

REALbasic is Cross-Platform That Really Works, for people who want to create and deliver cross-platform software for Windows, Macintosh and Linux. REALbasic is highly compatible with Visual Basic and includes a utility to help migrate Visual Basic applications cross-platform to Macintosh and Linux. REALbasic is created by REAL Software, founded in 1996 and is based in Austin, Texas. For more information visit http://www.realbasic.com or call 512.328.7325.

Founded in 1982, Revelation Software delivers a suite of application development tools and companion services that take full advantage of leading network computing architectures, and client server platforms. Today, the company's flagship product OpenInsight is the only database development and application environment that provides both Windows, Linux and Java-based GUI tools to develop and deploy web-based and client server applications that support native and relational XML, SQL, Lotus Notes and the leading legacy Multi-Value data sources such as ARev, Pick and IBM Universe. There are more than 1.6 million licensed users of Revelation products across 80,000 deployed sites worldwide. The company has offices in Westwood, New Jersey, as well as a European distributor in the United Kingdom, and an Asia Pacific subsidiary in Australia.

Uversa is a technology company founded on the idea that regardless of technical prowess, innovation and ingenuity, customer service is the true differentiator. There are many technically proficient companies and many companies that deliver good service, there are very few that offer both. Uversa is a leading developer of Open Source software with more than a dozen public projects across Healthcare, Accounting, Enterprise Resource Planning and more. Extensive support and Uversa's extensive Advantage support and training programs. Offering an uncommon zealousness to customer service Uversa maintains long term relationships with its customer and delivers leading software across many market segments.

VIA Technologies, Inc. is the foremost fabless supplier of market-leading core logic chipsets, power efficient x86 processors, advanced connectivity, multimedia, networking & storage silicon, and ultra compact mainboards that are driving system innovation in the PC, embedded and personal electronics markets. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA's customers include the world's top OEMs. www.via.com.tw/

Founded in 2001 with headquarters in New York, offices in Frankfurt and Mumbai, and research and development facilities in Ottawa, Xandros, Inc. is the leading provider of easy-to-use Linux alternatives to Windows targeting home and enterprise markets. Xandros pioneered low-cost operating systems with all-graphical desktops, servers, and management tools that provide seamless compatibility with Microsoft Windows programs and networks.

ajax13 is a company dedicated to revolutionizing the way we think about personal computing. Using the state of the art AJAX web development techniques, we can now experience the look and feel of conventional software without the time and cost associated with installing on your computer. ajaxOS is a demonstration of how a computer can rely on access to applications via the web. Users can now experience the most common tasks associated with using a computer, through a fast and smooth connection on their Firefox browser.

Alacos develops data migration and conversion software. The company is focused on providing the power of automated migration to corporations and governments to mitigate migration costs and inefficiencies. Alacos is a provider of award-winning Windows to Linux desktop software as well as server migration consulting and software.

The GNOME project provides two things: The GNOME desktop environment, an intuitive and attractive desktop for users, and the GNOME development platform, an extensive framework for building applications that integrate into the rest of the desktop.

GNOME is Free Software and part of the GNU project. We are supported by leading companies, including HP, Nokia, IBM, Novell, Red Hat, and Sun. The GNOME accessibility project has won several awards for their work in making the desktop accessible to people with disabilities. The project has been chosen as the desktop environment by a growing number of public administrations, including the Spanish regions of Andalucia and Extremadura, and the region of Sao Paolo in Brasil.

"Committed to provide the best printing experience with Linux." — Hewlett-Packard Company

KDE is a powerful Free Software graphical desktop environment for Linux and Unix workstations. It combines ease of use, contemporary functionality, and outstanding graphical design with the technological superiority of the Unix operating system.

Mandriva Linux (formerly known as Mandrake Linux) was created in 1998 with the goal of making Linux easier to use for everyone. At that time, Linux was already well-known as a powerful and stable operating system.

With this innovative approach, Mandriva offers all the power and stability of Linux to both individuals and professional users in an easy-to-use and pleasant environment. Thousands of new users are discovering Linux each and every day and finding it a complete replacement for their previous operating system.

Founded in 2004, Mirus 100% owned by one of nations best know brand serving Fortune 1000 Corporations, Small and Medium Businesses, SOHO, municipalities, and school districts all across America for past 15 years, with more then 1 million units in operation. Mirus computers are built with the finest components in the industry, tested under strictest quality standard that's ISO 9001 certified, and 100% compliant with industry standards. Our products are backed by 15 years of service expertise, over 4 thousand certified engineers & technicians that provide in home services, and 2 call centers of PC experts waiting to take your call. mirusinnovations.com

MP3tunes is a MSP (Music Service Provider), providing individuals a personal music locker with unlimited storage online, making it possible to access one's music collection from any device. www.MP3tunes.com is the home of the MP3tunes Locker. MP3tunes also has an independent music store with music available for purchase at www.MP3tunes.com/store.php.

Neuros Technology is a consumer electronics manufacturer advancing the market for sophisticated digital media hardware. The Chicago-based company has released the Neuros Digital Audio Computer, the Neuros 442, and the Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder. Neuros Technology hosts an open development environment that encourages customers and programmers to participate in the Neuros design process all the way from concept to post-production enhancements.

Open Country helps companies significantly simplify the management of multiple enterprise systems. Our vision is to liberate IT owners — from CIOs to IT managers — by enabling them to "solve a problem once" and leverage the solutions across the organization, ultimately providing adaptability, speed of innovation, cost efficiencies and competitive advantage.

Unlike other solutions that are limited to one or a few Linux distributions, the Open Country OCM™ universal systems management suite supports the largest number of distributions in the industry. By eliminating the need to "lock-in" to one software platform, Open Country OCM™ helps customer choose the best and most cost-effective options to power their enterprise.

Open Country's management team is headed by industry veterans with decades of experience in managing and architecting some of the most innovative enterprise technologies available today. Our customers are among the most recognized brands in the world. Our partners include an extensive network of platform, technology and service partners, including Avalanche, among the first and most successful technology co-operatives that include nearly 30 of the world's leading companies

Silver Strand Solutions exists to give the small office and home office users of the world real solutions that work in real budgets. We do this by offering quality products, superior service, and a dedication to free our customers from the uncertainty that surrounds the world of IT, software, and licensing fees.

SIPphone is a San Diego-based Voice over IP (VoIP) company that provides free and low-cost telephone service for any SIP-based software or hardware device, complete with conference call support and customizable voice-mail.

The free Gizmo Project software at http://gizmoproject.com for Macintosh, Microsoft Windows and Linux computers is developed by SIPphone. This VoIP "softphone" enables high-quality free calling and Instant Messaging (IM) worldwide using any Internet-connected computer.

SIPphone is also a founding member of IM Federation (IMfederation.com), which promotes interconnects between all networks. SIPphone currently connects with Google's Google Talk and more than a hundred other networks.

TransGaming Technologies is a global leader in the development of software portability products that allow game developers and publishers to develop games for one system and deploy them across alternate platforms - faster, cheaper and better than anyone else. The platforms supported range from Linux, Mac to Xbox, PlayStation 2, and next generation devices. TransGaming Technologies is a registered Microsoft Xbox developer and a licensed Sony PlayStation 2 and PlayStation Portable (PSP) developer.

TransGaming's portability technologies have been applied to some of the hottest franchises and marquis blockbuster titles in the industry including Buena Vista Interactive's TRON 2.0®, Electronic Arts'™ James Bond 007™: Nightfire™ and The Sims™, Legacy Interactive's Law & Order™, Lucas Arts' Indiana Jones® and The Emperor's Tomb™, just to name a few. TransGaming's Linux product, Cedega, supports hundreds of the hottest and most popular games on Linux, out-of-the-box, including hit titles such as Battlefield 2™, Dungeon Siege® II, City of Villains™, Madden NFL™ 2006, World of WarCraft®, Half-Life® 2, Guild Wars®, and many more.

Trolltech technology makes high performance software faster to build and easier to use. The company's core products are Qt, a cross-platform software development framework for the desktop; and Qtopia, a customizable application platform and user interface for embedded Linux products. The creators of the world's most advanced technologies, including Motorola, Skype, Disney and NASA, use Trolltech software to enable their business. Trolltech is a second-generation open source company that supports open source values and methodology in a profitable, sustainable business. For more information about Trolltech, please go to http://www.trolltech.com.

Twinhead Corporation, located in Fremont, California is a major manufacturer of portable notebook computers. Over the past 17 years, Twinhead has positioned itself as one of the largest suppliers of innovative notebook computers in the world. Twinhead is the first manufacturer to bring ruggedized notebooks to the mass consumer market.

Twinhead Corporation's mission is to continuously strive for technological advancement, product quality and customer satisfaction. Twinhead is known throughout the industry as a quality provider to the O.E.M. market. Now we are bringing our experience and knowledge directly to you. Twinhead listens closely to the market and develops products that are in demand. Because Twinhead is a true manufacturer, we are able to deliver the highest quality products available with the most competitive pricing possible.

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For the past three years, Userful has been transforming the world of desktop computing with their unique "Multi-Station approach". This innovation of turning one computer into ten using software and extra video cards has earned them the status of technology leaders in desktop computing. With this 10-to-1 advantage, Userful has gained a strong presence in the public computing market; and, through its growing network of partners and resellers Userful's Desktop Multiplier product is rapidly becoming the engine that powers affordable desktop computing worldwide.

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Founded in 1985 at the urging of San Diego's business community, CONNECT is widely regarded as the nation's most successful regional program linking high-technology and life science entrepreneurs with the resources they need for success: technology, money, markets, management, partners, and support services. San Diego (UCSD), CONNECT has a dual role in accelerating growth: it provides added value and delivers targeted, high-level expertise to San Diego's technology business community by teaming up with the region's most prominent industry-specific organizations and individuals, and by partnering with world-class UCSD resources, such as the School of Medicine, Jacobs School of Engineering, San Diego Super Computer Center, and Scripps and Salk Institutes.

ITtoolbox supports decision making throughout the IT lifecycle by linking together millions of IT experts and information from thousands of leading sources. Powered by collaborative tools such as discussion groups, blogs, and wiki, the ITtoolbox network provides practical solutions from the IT community for use in the IT workplace. www.ITtoolbox.com

Since 1994, Linux Journal has been the market-leading Linux publication, written for IT innovators who won't take "the computer doesn't do that" for an answer. Linux Journal is published by SSC Publications Inc., the leading Linux and Open Source authority. SSC's other properties include LinuxJournal.com, LinuxGazette.com, ITGarage.com and TuxMagazine.com.

In Linux Pro Magazine, you'll find the tools, tutorials, reviews, and concrete technical discussions you'll need to unlock the secrets of Linux. Linux Pro Magazine brings you solutions for real users with Linux on real desktops.

Each issue comes with a full Linux distribution or other valuable software collection on a bonus DVD. Our DVDs include full versions of major distributions such as Suse, Mandriva, Fedora, Debian, and Ubuntu.

Linux Pro Magazine is available on newsstands or by subscription. For more information please visit http://www.linuxpromagazine.com/

LinuxQuestions.org is a free, friendly and active Linux Community with over 200,000 members and over 2,000,000 posts. Founded in 2000 LQ offers forums, reviews, a Linux hardware compatibility list, a Linux knowledge base in wiki format, Linux tutorials, a free Linux download site, a Linux podcast, a Linux Radio show, a social bookmarking site and more. LQ has forums for everything from Linux Newbies to Linux in the Enterprise and has 25 officially recognized Linux distribution forums.

Nine Systems helps today's best-known companies broadcast audio and video over the Internet and wireless easily, affordably and reliably. Nine Systems' Network of Networks is an industry-first system that routes all types of rich media through the company's Content Delivery Network (CDN) and across other top-tier CDNs to guarantee robust and reliable delivery worldwide. Stream OS is the company's suite of configurable rich media management and delivery tools that enable audio and video streaming, live event broadcasting, web conferencing and the anytime sale of rich media content. Nine Systems serves more than 200 of today's most successful businesses including the NHL, CinemaNow, CBS SportsLine, Starz Encore,  Hallmark Entertainment and The Golf Channel. Call 1-800-906-9394 today to get more information and a Free 30 Day Demo Account of our web-based toolset.

Enterprise Open Source Journal, the first magazine to inform CIOs, IT executives, and IT staff of open source issues and related topics such as open standards and open systems. Enterprise Open Source Journal takes a broad view of open source to accommodate the various meanings of the term since today's enterprises are comprised of IT ecosystems containing a large variety of heterogeneous elements that must work together to solve business challenges. Therefore, the mission of Enterprise Open Source Journal is to present high-quality content that will inform and educate readers on issues unique to the use of open source within these enterprises such as licensing, security, integration, compatibility, evaluation, support, ROI, liability, indemnification, and user experiences. You can review the current issue and become a subscriber by visiting www.eosj.com.

OSDir.com is the premier source for the daily pulse of what really matters in Open Source and Linux news and events. Spend your daily news time wisely with OSDir.com.

SignOnSanDiego.com is the region's most visited local Web site, reaching 47% of San Diego County adult internet users.  Providing news and information to locals and visitors alike, SignOnSanDiego.com strives to be the best, largest, fastest, most accurate and most useful online service in the area.

TUX is the first and only magazine for the new Linux user and is dedicated to promoting and simplifying the use of Linux on the PC. Digital editions of TUX are available for download at no charge from the publication's Web site at www.TUXMagazine.com. Further information about TUX is available via e-mail at info@TUXMagazine.com, at www.TUXMagazine.com, or by calling toll-free 888-66-LINUX (5-4689).

The University of Phoenix is the nation's largest private, accredited university, with over 170 campuses including 13 locations in the Orange County and greater L.A. area. Earn your degree conveniently by attending class once a week, or enrolling in our Online format. We offer bachelor's and master's degrees in Business, Management, Marketing, Criminal Justice, Health Administration, Education, and more.