If you talk to anyone in the IT community about
the latest and greatest in the world of operating
systems, you can't help but mention a major
buzzword in enterprise platforms: Linux. While some
might associate Linux with the dreams of a bunch
of computer geeks, others may see it as a panacea
to all manner of IT issues, including costs, reliability,
scalability, and system quality. Whatever your personal
view, one thing is certain: Linux has a growing community
of supporters, including large corporations, public
institutions, and small businesses alike.
So what is the value of Linux, and, in particular,
what is the benefit of Linux to the SAP community?
If you've done your research and considered
all of your options, you'll find that porting
your SAP applications to Linux can be a viable, beneficial
option for meeting your business needs. At SAP, we
are poised to support our customers as they begin
or continue to incorporate Linux into their IT landscape.