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Date: Tue, 17 Aug 1999 13:55:16 -0500 (CDT)
From: Jason Haas <jhaas@www.linuxppc.org>
To: Jason Haas <jhaas@www.linuxppc.org>
Subject: [Announce] New PowerPC design uses LinuxPPC 1999

New PowerPC hardware uses LinuxPPC 1999

New systems tested, built with LinuxPPC software

August 17, 1999 -- Madison, Wisc. --

The computer industry has been abuzz with the news that fast, inexpensive
PowerPC logic boards and computer will soon be arriving on the market. 
Since the debut of IBM's new ATX form factor PowerPC logic boards at the
LinuxWorld Expo, media and user interest has focused around the prospect
of being able to buy a PowerPC computer from virtually any manufacturer
that chooses to build them.

LinuxPPC Inc. is ensuring that those computers will have a top-notch
operating system. LinuxPPC 1999, the version Linux for PowerPC computers,
is already running on the new machines. The new hardware is being shown at
IBM's booth at the HP World Conference & Exhibition in San Francisco,
August 15-20. Show attendees can see the new logic board, along with
LinuxPPC 1999 and major LinuxPPC applications running on the 467 MHz
machine.


A key role in the new hardware

LinuxPPC Inc. played a key role in the testing and development of the new
hardware. From the early days of the project, LinuxPPC worked with IBM
engineers on basic kernel and booting issues, and has since been ensuring
LinuxPPC applications will run smoothly when new machines based on design
arrive on the market.

"Our involvement in the project ensures that when the first machines are
rolled out, they will have a professional-quality operating system," said
Jeff Carr, president of LinuxPPC Inc. "LinuxPPC laid the foundation for
the current popularity of Linux on PowerPC, and with IBM's help, we're
ensuring that there's a bright future for the platform." 

Carr continued, "The PowerPC microprocessor has always had certain key
advantages over the x86 architecture: low power consumption at high clock
speeds, low heat output, and excellent performance. It's well on its way
to becoming the preffered RISC processor for Linux applications."

About LinuxPPC Inc.

LinuxPPC Inc., headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, develops and
distributes LinuxPPC 1999, the version of Linux for PowerPC computers. The
distribution offering industry-leading ease of use, and industrial
strength server and development software. The company sponsors Linux
development through major hardware donations to developers, and through
research and development of new hardware and software solutions. 

Contact Information:

Jeff Carr
President,
LinuxPPC Inc.
414-427-8555
jcarr@linuxppc.com


PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation and
is used under license therefrom. 

Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.