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SuSE SHIPS SuSE LINUX ENTERPRISE SERVER 7

SuSE Linux, a international technology leader and provider of Open Source solutions, presented "SuSE Linux Enterprise Server" version 7, now based on the latest Linux kernel 2.4 and optimised for deployment in high-performance servers.

Apart from the operating system basis optimised for stability and security, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 comprises all server services relevant in Linux, enabling the implementation of e-mail, Internet, and application services, as well as file and print services in heterogeneous networks (UNIX, Windows 9x/NT/2000, Novell Netware, MacOS).

Due to its powerful support of various hardware architectures and the extremely high degree of failsafety, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 is the ideal medium for consolidating complex server structures; from department and Internet/intranet servers to application servers for mission-critical applications.

Mummert + Partner Unternehmensberatung AG, one of Europe's most prestigious management consultancies, has successfully deployed SuSE Linux as a server in several areas of its IT infrastructure, such as DHCP server, Syslog server, proxy server, and also firewall. "The SuSE Linux Enterprise Server concept is conclusive. Its stable server services bundled with the maintenance offer, provide us with the planning reliability that we expect from an operating system", says G'tz von der Heyde, networking expert at Mummert + Partner Unternehmensberatung AG.

Investment Security for Heterogeneous Networks

SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 provides professional Linux users with a unique full-service offer: release cycles of one year ensure planning security; maintenance periods tuned to meet customer requirements guarantee long-term investment security.

From the end of August, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 will be available for AMD and Intel's 32-bit architecture (x86), Intel's 64-bit architecture (Itanium processor family), and IBM's mainframe platform S/390. Versions for IBM's iSeries, pSeries, and zSeries will follow in late autumn.

SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 is an open operating system platform with a uniform source code. Its scalability, from compact Intel servers to mainframes, is unmatched in the entire IT world. The cross-platform availability will enable companies to integrate Linux in all areas of their IT environments, from PC clients to powerful host systems. Thus, SuSE Linux is the operating system of choice for professional deployment.

Included in the purchase price, the maintenance services make sure that SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 is always up-to-date, stable, and tested.

SuSE regularly informs users by e-mail and makes the respective patches, fixes, and updates available via FTP server.

Furthermore, the "SuSE Linux Enterprise Server Update Service" provides more convenience by sending all updates on CD, installation support for fixes and patches, and detailed documentation to subscribed users on a quarterly basis.

Security Through Certification

The reliability and performance of SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 is regularly substantiated by certifications of leading hardware and software providers like Oracle, Intel, Compaq, IBM, and Fujitsu Siemens.

"SuSE and Intel are working together to deliver a compelling roadmap of server technologies. The combination of Intel Itanium and Xeon Processor-based servers with SuSE Linux Enterprise Server will enable significantly higher levels of performance, scalability and availability for business solutions," comments Stephen Chase, Director e-Business & Communication Solutions, Europe, Middle East & Africa at Intel Corp.

"Today, Linux is the fastest-growing server operating system. From now, we will encounter Linux in many areas characterized by expandability, multiple utilization capabilities, and Internet connection: from the desktop and servers to appliances, i.e. the dedicated system for special tasks," says Dr. Bernd Kosch, vice president Strategic Alliances atFujitsu Siemens Computers.

"Combined with our PRIMERGY servers, the proven SuSE Linux Enterprise Server constitutes a stable platform that is fully capable of meeting the requirements of business-critical computing."

Available from Late August

"SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 for IA-32" will be available from late August on. It comprises three CDs, 600 pages of documentation, and 12 months of free maintenance. The price of EUR 650,- + VAT includes installation support for 30 days (for one computer).

The fee for the "SuSE Linux Enterprise Server Update Service" amounts to US$ 200.- + VAT per year (per computer). "SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 7 for IA-32" can be obtained directly from the manufacturer, from SuSE Business Partners, or from qualified software retailers.

For more information please refer to www.suse.de/en/sles.

About SuSE Linux AG

SuSE Linux AG, Nuremberg/Germany, is one of the world's leading providers of complete solutions based on the Open Source operating system Linux. In addition to operating systems and application software for private customers, SuSE Linux AG offers software solutions and complete systems for the deployment of Linux in companies.

SuSE supports its enterprise customers with a comprehensive range of qualified consulting, training, and support services. The company, which hosts the world's largest development team for Open Source solutions, has made its unique project and support know-how accessible via the Internet in the largest existing Linux knowledge database. Currently SuSE Linux AG has more than 500 employees. The company runs subsidiaries in six countries.

SuSE Linux Ltd is the UK subsidiary of SuSE Linux AG and was founded in October 1999. It provides leading Open Source technology to the UK market.

Additional information about SuSE can be found at www.suse.co.uk.

Contact Michaela Finnie, SuSE Linux AG, Tel: +49 (0)911 74053 196, michaela.finnie@suse.de.