Abit migrates to Linux-based automation system for IBC debut
Jul 16, 2008 8:00 AM
Abit is moving to the Linux platform for future product development.
Abit will show its automation system running for the first time on the Linux operating system at IBC2008. The updated central control computer offers broadcasters a future-proofed solution that has the capacity to adapt to changes in the broadcast environment.
Abit previously used OS9 for central processing, which the Linux application will replace. The user interface uses Windows for the strength of the graphic tools available.
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