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Platinum Sponsors


IBM has invested in Linux® and Open Source technologies and solutions for over a decade. Grid, high performance computing, virtualization and now cloud computing leverage Linux and serve as the foundation for business critical workloads, enterprise desktops and mid-market applications.

Visit the IBM booth and breakout sessions to see how hardware and software solutions from IBM and IBM Business Partners can help drive simplicity within your Red Hat® network. Demos include: IBM Open Collaboration Client, Linux for Business Critical Workloads, Linux appliances, IBM System zTM, IBM System pTM, IBM System xTM and IBM BladeCenter®.

Gold Sponsors


Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and consumer electronics markets. AMD is dedicated to driving open innovation, choice and industry growth by delivering superior customer-centric solutions that empower consumers and businesses worldwide. For more information, visit www.amd.com.
Cisco has a variety of products which complement Red Hat middleware including XML and Message Queue acceleration and interconnect appliances, and cloud computing interface appliances. Please visit our booth while at Red Hat Summit!
R1Soft is a leading provider of innovative disk-based backup solutions. With a world-class customer list, including some of the world's largest hosting providers and Data Centers, R1Soft products provide continuous data protection for over 80,000 mission critical Linux and Windows servers worldwide. Today R1Soft is one of the most trusted names in continuous data protection and the gold standard for high performance Linux Server backup. To learn more about R1Soft near-continuous data protection solutions, please visit www.R1Soft.com
Xandros, Inc. is the leading provider of intuitive Linux solutions, including mixed-environment management tools, SMB and enterprise servers, consumer and business desktops, OEM products, and mission-critical applications. Xandros subsidiary Scalix provides the premier e-mail, calendaring and messaging solutions based on open standards and open source.

Silver Sponsors


Centrify's auditing, access control and identity management solutions enable secure, centralized administration of heterogeneous systems, web applications, databases and storage systems using Microsoft Active Directory. Centrify DirectAudit and DirectControl help improve IT efficiency, increase compliance with regulations, and centrally audit and control access to your diverse environment.
Let DLT Solutions help your government agency or business overcome real-world challenges through its best-in-class information technology products and services available on your procurement vehicle of choice. DLT carries top software and hardware manufacturers in each market segment and distinguishes itself by obtaining deep subject matter expertise and process integration.
Liferay Portal is the world's leading open source portal solution using the latest in Java and Web 2.0 technologies.

Our newest release, Liferay Portal 5.0.x, is JSR 286 compliant and offers industry leading enhancements to our built-in Collaboration Suite and Content Management System.
Likewise Software provides authentication and audit solutions designed to improve security and operational efficiencies and help achieve regulatory compliance in mixed network environments. Likewise Open allows large organizations to securely authenticate Linux, UNIX and Mac systems with a unified directory such as Microsoft Active Directory. Likewise Enterprise includes all of the core authentication technology that comes with Likewise Open, plus world-class migration, group policy, audit and reporting modules. For more information please visit us at www.likewisesoftware.com.
MySQL (Sun Microsystems, Inc.), a product of Sun Microsystems, is the most popular open source database software in the world. Many of the world's largest and fastest-growing organizations use MySQL to save time and money powering their high-volume Web sites, critical business systems, and packaged software. To learn more, visit www.mysql.com.
Platform Computing is a pioneer and the global leader in High Performance Computing (HPC) management software. In partnership with Red Hat, Platform delivers integrated HPC solutions that enable organizations to improve time-to-results and reduce computing costs. 2,000 global companies rely on Platform's 16 years of market defining leadership for workload management and cluster and grid management.
Unisys is a worldwide technology services and solutions company. Our consultants apply Unisys expertise in consulting, systems integration, outsourcing, infrastructure, and server technology to help our clients achieve secure business operations. We specialize in Open Source Solutions, Real Time Infrastructure, Security, Microsoft Solutions and Outsourcing. We build more secure organizations by creating visibility into clients' business operations. Leveraging Unisys Blueprinting Methodology, we make visible the impact of their decisions - ahead of investments, opportunities and risks. For more information, visit www.unisys.com.

Media Sponsors


Linux Journal is the premier Linux magazine, dedicated to serving the Linux community and promoting the use of Linux world-wide. A monthly periodical, Linux Journal was founded in 1994 and is currently celebrating its thirteenth year of publication. To learn more about Linux Journal visit us at www.LinuxJournal.com.
In Linux Pro Magazine, you'll find the tools, tutorials, reviews and concrete technical discussions you'll need to unlock the secrets of Linux. Each issue comes with a full Linux distribution, such as Suse, Ubuntu, Fedora, Mandriva or Debian, on a bonus DVD. Linux Pro provides real solutions for real Linux users.
Network World is the premier provider of information, intelligence and insight for Network and IT Executives. With an editorial focus on delivering news, opinion and analytical tools for key decision makers who architect, deploy and manage business solutions - Network World offers a unique and powerful combination of audiences and resources across Online, Print and Events to meet your marketing objectives.

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Become A Sponsor


The Summit is a content-rich networking event and the perfect opportunity to connect with potential customers while they are immersed in the potential of open source. We have a limited number of sponsorships available for you to join us in hosting the Summit.

  • Platinum (3)
  • Gold (5)
  • Silver (20)
  • Community/Partners (unlimited)

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Giovanni Stein at (508) 424-4864 or giovanni_stein@idg.com, who can talk to you about the different sponsorship packages and offerings that are available to you.