IBM launches Ubuntu-based "Microsoft-free" virtual desktop bundle

"According to IBM, the virtual Linux desktop suite could cost, for large companies, as little as $59 per worker. That would include a minimal configuration of $49 for the VERDE desktop virtualization software from a third vendor, Virtual Bridges, $10 for Ubuntu Linux support, and no cost for the Lotus Symphony productivity software."

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Computerworld: IBM, Canonical release 'Microsoft-free' virtual Linux desktop bundle

eWeek: IBM Virtual Desktop Bundles Lotus, Ubuntu Linux to Freeze Out Microsoft

The Register: IBM takes on VMware virtual desktop

Silicon.com: IBM touts virtual "Microsoft-free" desktop

CNet News.com: IBM offers a 'Microsoft-free' desktop