Open Source Industry Spurring Cluster Growth

Written 10.12.2003 22:19 by Ciara Howie Print Send article

The lower costs associated with open source systems have led to more companies, particularly SMEs, opting for Linux based servers and programs. Growing high tech markets like India have seen a shift towards open systems, with upwards of 30% of all servers sold in the country being Linux based.

The growth of Linux based systems has reached South Australia, where David Lloyd has established the Open Source Business Network ? SA. To visit the website click here. Mr. Lloyd explained that, ''in contrast to these user groups, the purpose of OSBN-SA is to discuss topics relevant to open source solutions providers.''