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TimeSys unveils real-time Linux

By Joey Gardiner

Published: 3 March 2000 17:48 GMT

Real-time systems developer, TimeSys Corporation, has released a version of Linux that can support applications working in real-time.

TimeSys claims to have altered the basic kernel, or core of the OS, to provide reliable real-time performance.

Dr Raj Rajkumar, co-founder and chairman of TimeSys, said the development of the Linux code retains all the "hallmark characteristics" of the OS such as "reliability and stability" in the real-time environment.

The TimeSys Linux OS will be available for free from the TimeSys Web site, or on CD-ROM. The firm will make money on the product by offering a range of support, training and consulting services.

The product is aimed at applications in the telecommunications, process control, set-top box and Internet industries.

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