The LTC engages in the following activities to achieve its mission:
- Participate in the maturation of Linux through open source contributions in areas of interest to IBM and our customers.
- Participate in the maturation of Linux through open source contributions in areas of interest to IBM and our customers.
- Produce industry-leading Linux support for IBM brands.
- Leverage industry commons to provide optimal return on investment.
- Develop new methods of commercial advantage in open source.
- Partner with Linux Distribution Partners (LDPs) to support IBM solutions with latest capabilities.
- Help IBM brands and teams with deep Linux technical skills.
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