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was http://pclosbe.org

• aka pclos BE

• Had a server edition with bundled server software.
• http://pclosbe.org/phpbb/index.php

• http://pclosbe.mypclinuxos.com

  • http://pclosbe.mypclinuxos.com/e107_plugins/forum/forum.php

Introduction ∞

The aim of the PCLinuxOS Business Edition project is to provide a Linux operating system for home and small business use, comprised of free and open source software.

Two versions of pclos-be are being created:

1. Desktop — focused on including applications that can be used in day-to-day business.

2. Server — as versatile as possible. It will have the flexibility to be set up as any type of server that could prove useful to the smaller businesses.

Possibly two server disks:

1. The current focus is a smaller SOHO-oriented server on a CD for the smaller mom-and-pop shops and their needs.

2. Later there might be a full blown SMB for the 25 to 500 group released on a DVD.

Overview ∞

• A lightweight xfce-based desktop, with sensible defaults.
• No fancy eyecandy.
• Updating and working with the server packages in the repository.

• Packaging other server applications.

Target audience ∞

• New startups and entrepreneurial endeavours — minimal startup fees, ease of use
• Established small businesses (1 to 50 employees) — easy transition
• Home offices — common applications

• Stores — common applications

Releases ∞

1. First release scheduled August 31, 2007.
2. Second release scheduled February 28, 2008.
3. Third release scheduled August 2008.

4. Annual releases thereafter, with regular repository-package updates.