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IBM System z Solution Edition for Enterprise Linux and IBM Enterprise Linux Server
Linux-ready virtualization offerings that combine the outstanding z/VM virtualization and the industry-leading IBM System z10 technologies with solution pricing that accelerates return on investment for server virtualization and workload consolidation.

The IBM System z Solution Edition series is designed to be affordable, to be competitive with alternative systems that are not as secure, not as reliable, not as scalable.

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Linux distribution partners are supporting the IBM Solution Edition for Enterprise Linux and the IBM Enterprise Linux Server

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Combine the new IBM offerings with the IBM System z Rewards program
Take advantage by migrating applications from Sun to IBM and earn up to $8,000.

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Effective Cloud Computing

Cloud computing promises operational efficiency and cost reduction due to the standardization, automation and virtualization. High flexibility, scalability and easy management can be provided by the virtual Linux server environment on System z.

Automate requesting, deployment, monitoring and management of cloud computing services on Linux on System z (202KB)

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Enterprise-wide systems management

Linux on System z provides a dynamic infrastructure, and Backup consolidation and Patch & software distribution are only two examples of its enterprise-wide systems management capabilities.

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Take advantage of the advanced functionality of the Oracle solution

"A growing number of customers are deploying System z virtual Linux servers on the Oracle Grid. Now with IBM's new aggressive pricing for Linux processors IBM has improved the economics of running Oracle solutions with IBM System z servers." Matt Puccini, Oracle Managing Director, Oracle/IBM Integrated Solutions.

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Solutions
Simplify the customization process and ensure the proper foundation to meet your business challenges.
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Oracle software
Systems management
Domino solution
Application development solution
Cognos BI solution
Web 2.0 solution
ISV solutions
Customer Education
IBM hosts System z Linux Executive Council meetings in locations across the United States to provide education on Linux for System z.
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Technical support
Tap a wealth of resources that will help you smoothly install and run your Linux on IBM System z solutions, including:
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Documentation
Linux support
Tested platforms
Linux on System z developerWorks
Success Stories and Library
Stay on top of the latest information on Linux, z/VM and mainframe technology trends and their implications for your business. Resources include:
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White papers
Articles & FAQ
Performance papers
Redbooks



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