Free Linux Foundation Webinar on Hyperledger: Blockchain Technologies for Business

You may have heard about the world-changing potential of blockchains — the technology behind cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. But what are they exactly? And why are companies clamoring to use and develop blockchain...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 30, 2016

3 Emerging Cloud Technologies You Should Know

In previous articles, we’ve discussed four notable trends in cloud computing and how the rise of microservices and the public cloud has led to a whole new class of open source cloud computing projects. These projects leverage the...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 28, 2016

Trends in the Open Source Cloud: A Shift to Microservices and the Public Cloud

Cloud computing is the cornerstone of the digital economy. Companies across industries now use the cloud — private, public or somewhere in between — to deliver their products and services.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 21, 2016

Speak at The Linux Foundation’s Invite-Only Open Source Leadership Summit

The Linux Foundation Open Source Leadership Summit (formerly known as Collaboration Summit) is where the world’s thought leaders in open source software and collaborative development convene to share best practices and learn how to create...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 21, 2016

This Week in Open Source: Microsoft Expands Open Source Love, 498/500 Supercomputers Run Linux, and More

This week in Linux and OSS news, Microsoft joins the Linux Foundation as a Platinum Member; a powerful move that signifies its commitment to open source, 498 out of 500 supercomputers run Linux, and more! This week was a big one for open...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 18, 2016

Open Source Summit 2017 Combines LinuxCon and Three Other Events

The Linux Foundation today announced it will combine LinuxCon with two other events and a brand new Community Leadership Conference in 2017.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 17, 2016

4 Notable Trends in Open Source Cloud Computing

Some of the most successful public companies today are built around cloud-native applications — a fashionable term that simply means they’re designed to run in the cloud. Netflix, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Amazon have all leveraged...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 17, 2016

The Linux Foundation Issues Free E-Book on Open Source License Compliance Best Practices

The Linux Foundation today released a free e-book, Open Source Compliance in the Enterprise, that serves as a practical guide for organizations on how best to use open source code and participate in open source communities while complying...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 16, 2016

Microsoft Steps Up Its Commitment to Open Source

Today The Linux Foundation is announcing that we’ve welcomed Microsoft as a Platinum member. I’m honored to join Scott Guthrie, executive VP of Microsoft’s Cloud and Enterprise Group, at the Connect(); developer event in New York and...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 16, 2016

Speak at Embedded Linux Conference and OpenIoT Summit 2017 in Portland

The Linux Foundation is seeking developers and systems architects interested in sharing their knowledge, expertise and ideas at the 2017 Embedded Linux Conference and Open Internet of Things (IoT) Summit North America.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 14, 2016

This Week in Open Source News: Open Cloud Report, No Dirty Cow Patch for Android, & More

This week in Linux and OSS news, The Linux Foundation’s annual Guide to the Open Cloud lists top open source cloud projects and trends, no Dirty Cow bug patch for Android this month, and more! Stay informed and engaged in open source news...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 11, 2016

Get Trained and Certified on Kubernetes with The Linux Foundation and CNCF

Companies in diverse industries are increasingly building applications designed to run in the cloud at a massive, distributed scale. That means they are also seeking talent with experience deploying and managing such cloud native...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 8, 2016

The Linux Foundation Issues 2016 Guide to Open Source Cloud Projects

The Linux Foundation today released its third annual “Guide to the Open Cloud” report on current trends and open source projects in cloud computing.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 7, 2016

This Week in Open Source News: Facebook Creates Networking Tech, Linux Foundation Board Expands, & More

This week in Linux and open source news, Facebook announces new networking hardware technology, The Linux Foundation’s board expands with three new additions, and more! Get up to speed on the latest headlines with this weekly digest:  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 4, 2016

Nov. 7 Webinar on Taking the Complexity Out of Hadoop and Big Data

The Linux Foundation’s Hadoop project, ODPi, and Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) are teaming up on November 7 for a can’t miss webinar for Chief Data Officers and their Big Data Teams.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Nov 1, 2016

This Week in Open Source News: Corda to Contribute to Hyperledger, Rowhammer Targets Android, and More

This week in Linux and open source news, R3 has made its blockchain platform’s code public, a newly identified vulnerability threatens Android phones, and more! Keep your finger on the pulse of OSS with this weekly digest.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 28, 2016

Let’s Encrypt and The Ford Foundation Aim To Create a More Inclusive Web

Let’s Encrypt was awarded a grant from The Ford Foundation as part of its efforts to financially support its growing operations. This is the first grant that has been awarded to the young nonprofit, a Linux Foundation project which...  Read More

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How Bad Is Dirty COW?

“Dirty COW” is a serious Linux kernel vulnerability that was recently discovered to have been lurking in the code for more than nine years. It is pretty much guaranteed that if you’re using any version of Linux or Android released in the...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 24, 2016

This Week in Open Source News: Blockchain Tech Can Help Ease the Refugee Experience, Nasdaq to Provide OSS Platform, & More

This week in open source and Linux news, The executive director of The Hyperledger Project explains how blockchain can help refugees identify themselves, Nasdaq group to provide OSS platform to investors, and more! Read on to get caught up...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 21, 2016

Upcoming Free Webinars From The Linux Foundation

Learn about The Linux Foundation’s latest initiatives and industry trends, or dive into technical training topics with our free webinar series. Register today to save your spot!  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 19, 2016

Take the Future of Cloud Computing Survey

What’s next in cloud computing for you? Take the sixth annual Future of Cloud survey, led by North Bridge Venture Partners and Wikibon analysts, and contribute to one of the broadest and deepest explorations of cloud trends in the industry.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 14, 2016

The Week in Open Source News: Torvalds Reveals Favorite Chip Architecture, Fedora 25's Beta Released, & More

This week in open source and Linux news, Linus Torvalds reveals his favorite chip architecture, Fedora 25’s beta is released, and more! Catch up on the latest OSS headlines with this weekly digest:  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 14, 2016

2016 LiFT Scholarship Winner Lorien Smyer: Bookkeeper Turned Technologist

Lorien Smyer is a former bookkeeper who decided she wanted to start a new career in computer science. She was one of 14 aspiring IT professionals to receive a 2016 Linux Foundation Training (LiFT) scholarship, announced in August.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 10, 2016

This Week in Open Source News: 4 out of 5 Banks to Use Blockchain by 2017, Linus Torvalds Reflects on Past 25 Years, & More

This week in Linux and open source news, the popularity of blockchain amongst banks will continue to surge through 2017, Linus Torvalds refelcts on the anniversary of Linux at LinuxCon Europe, and more! Read on and stay in the know!  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 7, 2016

Tips for Evaluating a Company's Open Source Culture

There are four essential questions a company should ask before it decides to create an open source project, according to Duane O’Brien, open source programs evangelist at PayPal.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 5, 2016