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 As open source has moved up the stack and Linux is increasingly used to support mission-critical applications, software has become a key focus of LinuxWorld, whether open source or proprietary applications optimized for Linux. Software Central is a highlighted area of the show floor to make these solutions easy to find and compare.
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 LinuxWorld has always included open source solutions and software running on Linux. Now we’re making these applications even easier to explore by consolidating them into their own feature area within LinuxWorld. Come see the largest collection of open source applications ever assembled—all under one roof!
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Returning for its 2nd year at LinuxWorld, the Dice Technology & Engineering Career Fair is the perfect opportunity for recruiters and high-tech professionals to meet face-to-face at one of the largest technology conferneces of the year!
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The Open Solutions Alliance Showcase is where several industry-leading vendors and communities demonstrate how they are working together to speed the creation and adoption of integrated, interoperable open solutions.
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 This is your opportunity to try the latest free and open source software and meet the people behind it. Whether you’re seeking a graphics toolkit for your next project or a whole content management system, here’s your chance to connect with the developers and expert users who make it all work. Carpal tunnels rejoice: one conversation here can save you hours of Web surfing.
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 Look under the hood at the latest and coolest gadgets based on embedded Linux, including PDAs and hand held computers, mobile phones, home automation, audio/video entertainment devices, appliances and robots. The Linux Garage will feature the gamut of embedded Linux devices, from those not-quite-in-production to those available for purchase today.
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Linux Desktop Shootout (sponsored by desktoplinux.com)
The Linux Desktop Shootout lets you test-drive and compare the top Linux-based desktops, score the PCs on a series of usability tests, and have the chance to win your favorite solution—right on the show floor!
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Visit Center Stage in the LinuxWorld Exhibit Hall to hear from the hottest companies in the industry!
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Installfest for Schools
On the expo floor at LinuxWorld, Untangle will be organizing a massive installfest to donate open source (Ubuntu) computers to schools in need. The hardware will be supplied by the Alameda County Computer Resource Center (ACCRC), which is recycling discarded computers from businesses, government and the general public. LinuxWorld attendees are encouraged to join the installfest by installing Ubuntu, hacking older hardware, or donating unwanted computers.
For more information see http://www.untangle.com/installfest or ACCRC's website.
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 Golden Penguin Bowl
Moderator: Jeremy Allison, Co-Creator, Samba
Tuesday, August 5, 4:40 pm-5:30 pm
Three geeks match will line up against three nerds and match intellectual wits in this battle for who can recall the most inane trivia regarding sci-fi, high-tech, Linux and all things geek. Always irreverent and massively entertaining, watch host Jeremy Allison make fools of the contestants, audience, (in)famous companies and, most importantly himself. The winners garner bragging rights and the coveted golden penguin.
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