Embedded Linux boots in one second, Jul 15, 2009

MontaVista claims it will demonstrate a dashboard application fully operational in one second from cold boot.

Linux is undoubtedly well placed to be the foundation for a global platform. Not only highly functional and scalable, Linux also has a long, successful history in embedded systems, setting the stage for "cross-platformization" between mobile and other categories such as desktop and consumer electronics.

Intel and Nokia announced this week that they are to work together to develop mobile chipsets and a Linux-based mobile computing platform for future netbook products.

With all the atttention being paid to touch screen interfaces (for Smartphones, but also Windows 7's apparent native support) don't think Linux is being left behind.

Some fundamental shifts have been taking place in the automotive industry over the past two years that will dramatically change the way multimedia entertainment equipment is designed.

Mobile Linux is gaining support as a cellular operating system from the handset industry, according to market watcher IMS Research.

Linux could be the “universal” operating system, running real-time code in handheld equipment and complex networking protocols in basestations.