Demonstration of New Set-Top Box Solution to Be Given at Embedded Systems
Conference
SAN FRANCISCO, Embedded Systems Conference 2002, Booth #2110, March 12
/PRNewswire/ -- Lineo(R), Inc., a leading innovator of embedded operating
system software and host development environments, today announced the
availability of a turnkey solution for embedded system developers desiring to
integrate PVR, DVD, MP3 and web browsing capabilities on an embedded Linux-
based set-top box using a DVB source. A demonstration of a set-top box
solution that incorporates both Metro Link Inc.'s Metro Media and Lineo's
embedded Linux solutions will be given at the Embedded Systems Conference San
Francisco, booth #2110, March 13-15.
"Lineo Embedix has made strong inroads as a deployable embedded system
software platform," said Alford Frost, senior vice president of marketing and
business development at Lineo. "By partnering with Metro Link, we have
combined Lineo Embedix with advanced middleware, applications and APIs that
increase the ease of use and reduce development time for embedded developers
who want to make Linux-based home networking systems."
"Metro Link's partnership with Lineo allows both companies to provide a
unified solution for digital TV and home networking," said Keith C. Kelly,
President and COO of Metro Link. "This partnership brings to bear the
strength of both companies to deliver turnkey home convergence products
today."
About Lineo, Inc.
Lineo(R), Inc. provides embedded systems and real-time solutions that
cover the full spectrum of embedded development, including operating system
software, host development environments and professional services. Lineo
distributes vertical solutions (Smart Handheld, Residential Gateway, Digital
Media/TV) that allow OEMs to create smart embedded devices and systems while
helping OEMs to reduce system requirements, per-unit costs and time-to-market.
Lineo's key product lines include: Embedix(R) SDK (a fully featured and
integrated embedded developer tool chain), Embedix(R) (embedded Linux system
software for MMU-less and MMU-full processors), Embedix(R) BridgeWorks(TM)
(operating systems and tools for multiprocessor device support and legacy code
migration) and RTXC(TM) Quadros(TM) (a highly configurable microprocessor and
DSP real-time operating system). Contact Lineo at http://www.lineo.com, via
e-mail to info@lineo.com or by calling (801) 426-5001.
About Metro Link, Inc.
Metro Link is "Accelerating the Evolution of Convergence in the Home"(TM).
From the silicon level to the user interface, Metro Link's full suite of
software brings the benefits of Entertainment, Computing, Rich Digital Media,
Home Networking, Home Automation, and Wireless Connectivity to the consumer
electronics integrator or manufacturer. Providing comprehensive solutions for
the emerging next-generation Internet-Enabled Networked Home Media Center,
Metro Link brings seamless integration to consumer electronics, home
appliances, white goods, micro controllers, and computer networking products.
Metro Link's solutions are deployed in single-board computers, system on chip
(SOC) devices, internet appliances, and set-top boxes. Metro Link also offers
professional services for customized support, speeding silicon to market. To
learn more, visit http://www.metrolink.com .
SOURCE Lineo, Inc.
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CONTACT:
Media, Kimberly Culp (Press Only), Lone Peak
Communications, +1-801-356-0650, kimberly@lonepeak360.com, for
Lineo; or Greg Lafferty of Metro Link Inc., +1-954-660-2444,
greg@metrolink.com
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