Short Take: Linux server firm wins contract
Rebel.com, a manufacturer of Linux-based servers in Ottawa, Canada, has signed a deal under which Toronto-based Telefficiency will use Rebel.com's NetWinder servers to sell businesses Internet access services, the companies said. The NetWinders will let small and medium businesses share an Internet connection as well as basic file and print services. Telefficiency is allied with Nortel Networks, the company said.
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Rebel.com, a manufacturer of Linux-based servers in Ottawa, Canada, has
signed a deal under which Toronto-based Telefficiency will use Rebel.com's
NetWinder servers to sell businesses Internet access services, the companies
said. The NetWinders will let small and medium businesses share an Internet
connection as well as basic file and print services. Telefficiency is allied
with Nortel Networks, the company said.