Intel trying to create a little OS competition for its IX?
INTEL COMMUNICATIONS FUND INVESTS IN LYNX REAL-TIME SYSTEMS, INC.
Investment Aimed at Speeding Development of Embedded Linux Operating Systems Optimized for Intel Internet ExchangeTM Architecture
SANTA CLARA AND SAN JOSE, CA, March 27, 2000 - Intel Corporation today announced that the company has made a minority equity investment in Lynx Real-Time Systems, Inc., a leading developer of embedded real-time operating systems (RTOS) for a host of applications targeting telecommunications, consumer appliances and networking equipment manufacturers.
Intel invested in Lynx to speed the development of an embedded Linux operating system and development tools optimized for the Intel© Internet ExchangeTM (IX) architecture. Embedded operating systems are incorporated on a microprocessor that can then be included as part of a variety of hardware devices. This investment supports Intel's initiative for IX architecture application solutions for both embedded Intel Architecture and Intel IXP1200 network processors.
The Intel IX architecture is a framework for designing powerful and flexible networking and telecommunications equipment using reprogrammable microprocessors, allowing systems designers to add network functionality quickly and cost effectively. It consists of a portfolio of silicon components including the flagship IXP1200 network processor and the embedded versions of the Pentium© II, Pentium III and CeleronTM processors.
"Many companies that are designing networking and telecommunications equipment based on the Intel IX architecture see Linux as a low cost, stable operating system on which to build their products," said Len Rand, general manager of Intel's Internet Exchange Architecture Operation. "Lynx provides such a Linux-based product and the tools that developers need to bring their products to market more quickly and cost-effectively."
"We are pleased with the funding from Intel, which will be used to expand Lynx's worldwide sales and marketing efforts and global support infrastructure as well as research and development for LynuxWorks," said Dr. Inder Singh, chairman and chief executive officer of Lynx Real-Time Systems. "Whether manufacturers are building mission-critical applications, like airline navigation systems or communications infrastructure, or consumer products such as printers and Internet appliances, our wide range of products enables us to deliver scalable, high-performance and high-reliability and high-availability solutions."
This investment was made by the $200 million Intel Communications Fund, which was created in September 1999 to invest in companies supporting Intel's key programs and initiatives in voice and data communications. The fund, which makes minority equity investments of typically less than $10 million, is initially focused on investments in companies developing solutions based on CT Media, as well as on Intel's Internet Exchange architecture. The fund is managed and controlled by Intel.
Intel, the world's largest chip maker, is also a leading manufacturer of computer, networking and communications products. Additional information about Intel is available at www.intel.com/pressroom.
Lynx Real-Time Systems, Inc. is the leader in embedded Linux and the pre-eminent developer and supplier of operating system software for reliable and high-performance embedded applications. Lynx products support industry standards in communications, avionics, automotive, office automation and process control systems worldwide, enabling customers to leverage their investments in software and education. The Lynx offerings include: the LynuxWorksTM product family that supports both the open source BlueCatTM Linux and LynxOS real-time operating system; software frameworks for high-availability systems; development tools and technical support worldwide. Information about Lynx Real-Time Systems is available on the World Wide Web at www.lynx.com.
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