Server maker taps into Microsoft software

Network Engines, a maker of special-purpose servers, will be able to tap into Microsoft's Server Appliance Kit through a partnership with Venturcom, the company said this week. Venturcom helps companies develop special-purpose computing systems. The Server Appliance Kit software is based on a customizable version of Windows 2000. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Stephen Shankland

Jan. 24, 2002 5:31 p.m. PT

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