| New software improves Linux network efficiency |
Nov. 18, 2004
VA Linux has announced the release of system load balancing software for enterprises running Linux-based systems. The Tokyo-based company says its new software manages network traffic more efficiently, supporting business IT needs as they grow and maximizes return on investment (ROI).
Targeting network service providers, data center providers, ISPs, and ASPs, VA Linux addresses the needs of customers who offer services like Web, FTP and messaging. VA Balance is made up of the company's UltraMonkey scalable open-source load balancer software and VA Core, a GNU/Linux system based on Debian Linux. Software features include IP filtering, SNMP server monitoring, and a limiter for the number of simultaneous sessions is now available and the company says they expect to add support for routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF, easy configuration and management GUIs, and automatic update support for applications in Q1 05.
VA Linux develops technologies that aim to make Linux more reliable and efficient. Last month the company announced the release of a fault analysis tool they co-developed with NTT Data Corporation. The software collects and analyzes failure data of Linux systems.
General availability of the software is expected in January 2005. Announced pricing is from 700k Japanese Yen, with annual maintenance support fees from 140k yen.
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