Appian Graphics offers Linux support

Issued by Axiz
Johannesburg, 24 Oct 2000

Appian Graphics announced today the availability of a Linux operating system driver for the PCI version of their Appian Jeronimo 2000 extended-desktop graphics card. Interested parties may download the drivers free of charge at ftp.xfree86.org.

The Appian Jeronimo 2000 Linux driver is supported by Xfree86.org in cooperation with Appian Graphics. This is the latest platform to be supported by the Appian Jeronimo 2000, which also supports Windows 98/2000/NT 4.0 and Mac OS9.

"The recent development of a Macintosh driver has been a huge success for Appian, and Linux drivers were the next logical step to take" says Graeme Frielick, graphics product manager at AXiZ, local Appian distributor. "Appian wants to make clear that it offers a turnkey solution for anyone, and Linux drivers help to deliver that message."

Appian Graphics

Appian Graphics markets a complete line of Xtended Desktop Solutions designed specifically for the professional user. As reported in Jon Peddie Associates` multi-monitor study, Appian dominates the Extended Desktop Solution arena with nearly half the market share. World-renowned technology leaders such as Compaq, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Dell and Microsoft have recognised the company`s solutions. Additional information about Appian can be found www.appian.com.

AXiZ

AXiZ is a leading hardware and software platform distribution company in South Africa, with offices in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Pretoria and a staff complement exceeding 200. Founded in 1989, AXiZ provides Intel hardware building blocks for workstation, server, and networking infrastructure, as well as Microsoft systems software for end-to-end business solutions. In addition, AXiZ provides services such as a server and workstation configuration service, customer deliveries, on-site and telephonic support, training and education.