Linspire acquired by Xandros
Linspire, the company that first made news because of a lawsuit Microsoft started over its Linux operating system named Lindows, has been acquired by a competitor. Earlier this week, Linspire announced that it had been acquired by Xandros, which offers OEM Linux solutions, Linux desktop and server products, and cross-platform Windows-Linux management tools. At this time Freespire, the open source project sponsored by Linspire, will survive post-acquisition.
It seems Xandros was very interested in acquiring Linspire’s CNR software distribution facility. Linspire’s model allows for one-click software delivery for updates and access to content and applications. Besides Linux desktop or server delivery the CNR assets acquired from Linspire will also be able to be utilized for mobile Linux solutions as well.
I’m not too surprised Linspire would entertain the offer of acquisition since there seems to be some consolidation in the Linux market right now. In the end, consolidation is good because it makes for stronger companies who, in the long run are better positioned to put forth Linux solutions in a Windows-dominated market.
It’s still sad to see Linspire go considering their history; and the fact for awhile they were able to stand up to the legal juggernaut Microsoft set in motion. Linspire was a little guy it was fun rooting for.
Read more from the joint press release.
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