CRN: Corel backs Linux despite distribution sale Posted September 03, 2001 by Linux-2000 Staff
By Sara Yirrell, Computer Reseller News [03-09-2001]

Corel has claimed it is still committed to the Linux platform, despite selling its Linux distribution business last week. The Canadian software vendor signed a $10m strategic licensing deal with start-up firm Xandros, giving the company access to Corel's Linux desktop operating system (OS) and related technologies. Under the agreement Xandros will develop the Open Source Linux package currently bundled by Corel.

The news comes just under a year after Microsoft granted Corel a multi-million pound lifeline to help it survive. Since then, Corel has remained adamant that its commitment to Linux continued to be strong, and played down rumours that it was to spin off its distribution arm when it launched its new corporate strategy [CRN, 17 January].

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