Gary Krakow tests Sun Microsystems' new operating system based on Java and Linux called the Java Desktop System.

The Java Desktop System, which enables a user to connect to a Windows environment from an entirely Linux-based interface with Star Office and Ximian, will cost $25 per user, per year.

It hopes to make inroads on the enterprise desktop by slashing the price of its Java Desktop System, which is designed to replace Microsoft's Windows operating system and Office suite.

Java Desktop System promoted as cheaper alternative March 22, 2004 — Sun Microsystems is actively seeking an audience with the governments of developing countries like the Philippines, hoping to ...

Sun Microsystems is eyeing Friday, Dec. 12, as its target ship date for the Java Desktop System, Sun's software chief told <I>CRN</I> Wednesday.

For customers looking for a Java-based deployment and development environment, Sun's recently announced Java Desktop System 2.0 offers a strong option.

Ulander, for example, explained how Java Desktop System’s user interface was designed to mimic the Windows operating environment so users would immediately be able to navigate the application.

Sun Microsystems is pulling back on its plans to market and sell its Linux-based desktop operating system and may give the technology to the open-source community, according to John Loiacono ...

Britain's National Health Service bought 5,000 licenses for Sun Microsystems Inc.'s Java Desktop System as an alternative to Windows, in a move that could open the door for greater use of the open ...

The second version of Java Desktop System will debut on Tuesday with extra features to lure developers. It's the latest part of Sun's effort to offset its server sales slump.

Sun's Java desktop System 2 pairs great management tools with a well-made interface, earning it an Analyst's Choice designation.

It hopes to make inroads on the enterprise desktop by slashing the price of its Java Desktop System, which is designed to replace Microsoft's Windows operating system and Office suite.