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Novell Netware (OS)
Novell Data Systems began life
in 1979 as a computer
manufacturer and maker of disk
operating systems. Novell helped
found the corporate network
market with the introduction of
the Local Area Network (LAN).
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In 1983, Novell introduced NetWare,
the first
LAN software based on file-server technology.
Novell developed a PC networking
system that designated one machine
to manage the network and control
access to shared devices, such as
disk drives and printers.
By the early 1990s Novell's NetWare
operating system was updated to
include key features for
distribution enterprises.
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In
late 1999, Novell released
eDirectory, a true
cross-platform directory service
that epitomized Novell's
commitment to interoperability
and open standards, key Internet
requirements.
In January 2004, Novell took
another critical step by
completing its acquisition of
SuSE LINUX, Europe's leading
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With top Linux developers and
leading solutions for Linux on the
desktop,
management of Linux
desktops and servers, and
collaboration between Linux and
Windows environments they
significantly enhanced the platform
options Novell could offer
customers.
The future of Novell is now linked
to Linux*. |
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Current Versions
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NetWare 6.5
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Open
Enterprise Server
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Benefits
- Cost-effective consolidation
strategies
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Cost-effective
disaster recovery
- Increase employee
productivity
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Manage mixed environments and
solutions
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