Linux grabs traction in Unix space

One of the most interesting technology trends happening today is how open source computing, specifically Linux, is impacting the world of Unix. Just look at the market share stats to get a good glimpse of how Linux is taking root: Linux-based servers have boasted double-digit growth for the past 15 consecutive quarters and that revenue spiked 17 percent in the first quarter of this year when compared to 2005's first quarter. At the same time Unix server revenue dropped 7.1 percent. Yet, as some industry experts are quick to note, Unix isn't going to drop off the scientific and research computing landscape anytime soon thanks to its continuing good security and reliability.

For more on the Linux-Unix battle for marketshare:
-check out this CIO Today article.