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Dell Moves Critical Data From Sun Servers To Linux

by Dave Murphy
ISSN 1535-3613

Dell Computer has switched 14 of its database servers from Sun Microsystems to its own brand servers running Linux. The primary database application wil be a new version of Oracle's software.

The new Linux servers will operate as a cluster. The cluster of low-cost computers will be less expensive to operate than a single Sun Microsystems server, and the new cluster will increase performance and reliability. The Oracle 9i RAC (Real Application clusters) database program will run on the Red Hat Linux operating system.

Dave's Opinion

Good for the folks from Round Rock, Texas. It often takes someone with the courage of a Texas cowboy to fly in the face of convention and start using a better tool. Linux clusters are a viable alternative to single higher-priced servers, and Dell seems to have the courage to implement their convictions. Dell's had a love-hate relationship with Linux for many years, the love seems to come from recognizing the value and capability of the operating system, the hate seems to come from their relationship with Microsoft, which sees, but doesn't openly acknowledge, Linux as a competitor of both the Windows server and desktop operating systems.

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updated January 24, 2003
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