IBM Demonstrates a UNIX Virtualization Exclusive, Moves Workloads From One
Machine to Another -- While They're Running
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| Mobility is implemented in the POWER6 chip, hardware and its associated
| firmware, the feature is operating system independent, allowing the movement
| of AIX or Linux operating systems and associated running workloads. For
| instance, using Live Partition Mobility customers will be able to dynamically
| consolidate UNIX or Linux workloads -- without interruption -- onto fewer
| servers during off-peak times, allowing them to turn off computers and save
| energy.
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http://biz.yahoo.com/iw/070806/0286935.html
Other nice technology worth mentioning:
Sun rolls out new chip for larger audience
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| Technology company will launch a more powerful UltraSparc T2 chip, aiming at
| markets beyond servers.
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http://money.cnn.com/2007/08/06/technology/sun_microsystems.reut/index.htm?source=yahoo_quote
Maybe they will GPL more of their chips in the future and help the advancement
of open (source) hardware.
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