Trevor Poapst Director of Global Marketing Omni Technology Solutions 1 780.423.4200 Ext 228...

Trevor PoapstDirector of Global MarketingOmni Technology Solutions

1 780.423.4200 Ext 228trevor@omni-ts.com

Press Briefing: “Multiplied” Linux Desktop Strategy

Aldo ZanoniCEO and Managing DirectorOmni Technology Solutions

1 780.423.4200 Ext 232aldo@omni-ts.com

“Multiplied” Linux Desktop Strategy

Compelling Value Proposition

Deployment Examples

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Perfect For…

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5 Questions and Answers

Press Briefing (30 min)

Press Briefing Overview

“Multiplied” Linux Desktop Strategy

Developed by Userful, the Linux Desktop Multiplier

™ software allows up to 10 independent workstations, consisting of only a monitor, USB keyboard and mouse, to work at the same time on a SINGLE, shared SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, openSUSE or other Linux desktop computer.

The only additional requirements – inexpensive graphics cards and a powered USB hub.

“Multiplied” Linux Desktop Strategy

Significant hardware savings (up to 80%)

Significant software savings (up to 90%)

Decreased maintenance costs (up to 90%)

Decreased electrical consumption (up to 70%)

Decreased "evergreen" costs (up to 80%)

Decreased recycling costs (up to 70%)

Leverages Open Source software (10-to-1 advantage)

Increased simplicity, management and control

Why Multi-user Linux Desktops?

Ten-user “Multiplied” SLED system

Optimal ten-user “Multiplied” SLED system

SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10or openSUSE 10.1

Linux Desktop Multiplier Software

Ten monitors, USB keyboards and mice

Five dual-head video cards(PCI-X, PCI, AGP)

Two powered USB hubs(external or internal)

Regular desktop computerHigh-end Intel or AMD processor4 GB of RAM5 PCI slots

Note: Seven-user systems provide best value for most multiplied systems (existing hardware).

Assigning Keyboards / Mice to Monitors

Ten Independent Workstations

Ten Independent SLED 10 Workstations

Perfect for any environment where there are users in close proximity (5-meter radius from host machine)

Key Points• Thin layer of software that

wraps around the Linux kernel

• Listens for: (1) keyboard input; (2) mouse input; and (3) monitor output

• Assigns these items to a unique user session

• Tracks up to 10 independent user sessions at the same time

How Does the Desktop Multiplier Work?

Full client (transparent to kernel) with dedicated video, keyboard and mouse access

Outperforms thin clients at a fraction of the cost

Richer user experience

Easier to set up and deploy

No thin client server required

Desktop Multiplier vs Thin Clients

Note: The Linux Desktop Multiplier can be used to

deploy thin clients cost effectively. Ten thin clients can

be deployed on each multiplied system.

Section 2Compelling Value Proposition

Section 2: Compelling Value Proposition

TCO savings of 70-80% on deploying and managing Linux desktops (hardware and software)

Leverages existing investments in hardware, Novell GroupWise, Messenger and ZENworks

“10-to-1 advantage” on hardware, software, management and infrastructure costs

Benefit: Significant TCO Savings

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Benefit 1: Significant TCO Savings

Benefit 1: Significant TCO Savings

“Multiplied” Desktop TCO Calculator

Source: www.omni-ts.com/linux-desktop/tco-calculator.html

Performance and user experience on each of the multiplied sessions are similar to using a single-user computer

Benefit: Excellent Performance

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INTERNET CAFE: GroupWiseR European Summit

Single command installs software

Intuitive wizard to assign keyboards and mice to monitors

Detailed documentation and on-line FAQ available

No proprietary hardware required

Benefit: Easy to Use and Install

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Less vulnerable to viruses and security threats

Unsurpassed computing power, portability, security and flexibility

Leverages SLED’s advanced desktop interface and software bundle

Easily networked to Novelland other network file servers

Benefit: Leverages Benefits of Linux

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Benefit 4: Leverages Benefits of Linux

Significantly decreased electrical consumption (up to 70%)

One 10-user multiplied system saves 11 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year

Decreased "evergreen" and recycling costs (up to 80%)

Benefit: Environmentally Responsible

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Cost-effectively priced at $99 per seat.

Optional annual software upgrade protection plan (30%)

Benefit: Cost-Effective Pricing

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Novell BrainShare South Africa Keynote

NOVELL CONFERENCE KEYNOTE: Compelling value for Novell customers.

Added Value for Novell Customers

“The Desktop Multiplier's ability to leverage the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop for up to 10 users on one standard computer presents a huge value proposition for our corporate, government, and educational clients. Not only does the Desktop Multiplier significantly reduce hardware and software costs, but it also results in a 10-to-1 savings on computer management, electricity, and infrastructure costs. This is very important to our customers.”

– Allison Singh, Senior Novell Systems Engineer, Novell South Africa

Section 3Deployment Examples

Section 3: Deployment Examples

Novell South Africa deploys 2,205 SUSE Linux desktops in 105 South African schools.

SUCCESS: Students looking towards a bright future in South Africa.

Novell South Africa deploys 2,205 SUSE Linux desktops in 105 South African schools.

SUCCESS: Low-cost, high-performance SUSE Linux desktops in 105 schools.

SUCCESS: Moodle Course Management System on “Multiplied” Linux Desktops at UPAEP in Mexico.

“Multiplied” Moodle-based system at UPAEP, Campus Tehuacán, in Mexico.

SUCCESS: University of New Mexico pilots “Multiplied” SLED 10 desktops in computer lab.

University of New Mexico Pilots “Multiplied” SLED 10 Computer Lab.

SUCCESS: Birchwood Art Gallery runs Windows-based POS and accounting software on “Multiplied” SLED 10 desktops.

Birchwood Reduces Viruses and Costs with “Multiplied” SLED Desktops.

Linux Desktop Multiplier Featured at Education Conference in Dubai.

SUCCESS: “Multiplied” SLED 10 strategy showcased in Dubai at COMEX 2006.

Section 4Perfect For…

Section 4: Perfect For…

Perfect For…

The “Multiplied” Linux Desktop Strategy is perfect for the following environments…

Schools Call centers

HealthcareBusinesses

Government Airports & hotels

Perfect For…

Other Environments…

• Tradeshows, meetings and conferences• Government and NGO connectivity projects• Building lobbies and lunch rooms• Internet cafés• Cruise ships• Retirement homes• Job banks• Remote communities• Oilfield well sites

Other Environments…

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Section 5Questions and Answers

Trevor Poapst BCom

Director, Global Marketing & Channel StrategyOmni Technology Solutions Inc.

Tel. 1 780.423.4200 Ext 228trevor@omni-ts.com www.omni-ts.com/linux-desktop/

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