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As Red Hat Software ends support for CentOS, many users are considering which platform to migrate to. "Cost" and "support" are the two key factors in the decision-making process. Canonical's Ubuntu offers a modern and stable platform with regular security updates, making it a very popular choice. Ubuntu is user-friendly, and Canonical continues to maintain this OS. This sets it apart from other Linux distributions. Additionally, 66% of experienced engineers and 69% of students prefer using Ubuntu over other Linux distributions. Ubuntu 20.04 LTS comes with over 30,000 open-source packages, including Python, Ruby, Go, Java, Apache, Nginx, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Node.js, and PHP, which is cited as a reason for its popularity.

This catalog includes six verification reports on the performance, specifications, and validation of Windows 11 IoT, as well as advice from Advantech for companies that are actually using Windows 11 IoT, along with five points to check before adopting Windows 11 IoT. 【Catalog Table of Contents】 ■ Six Verification Reports on Windows 11 IoT by Advantech ■ Experts Answer! Five Questions to Check Before Choosing - What are the basic environmental requirements for hardware and software? - When is it recommended to upgrade from Windows 10 IoT to Windows 11 IoT? - What specific industries benefit the most from the introduction of Windows 11 IoT and why? - Please tell us about the user experience of Advantech's kiosk mode for Windows. - Are there any considerations, such as support periods, to be aware of before implementation? ■ How to activate fTPM for Windows 11 IoT?

Due to the increasing value of data, such as big data, data backup systems have become essential for companies. However, just because the amount of data has increased does not mean that the value of the data has decreased; rather, its importance has only grown. As the significance of data increases, backup/replication tools are becoming more crucial. This is where Acronis solutions come in! It is software that safely and securely protects your important data. This catalog provides a detailed explanation of such Acronis solutions. 【Catalog Table of Contents】 ■ Challenges and Acronis Solutions ■ Current Status of Security Measures and Recovery Strategies ■ Three Selected Case Studies & Emerging Challenges - "Inefficiency" - "Complexity" - "Vulnerability" ■ Introduction to Acronis Product Line - Acronis True Image - Acronis True Image OEM - Acronis Cyber Backup - Acronis Snap Deploy - Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud

[Feature] Ubuntu is the world's No. 1 desktop Linux operating system. As various industries advance in their response to IoT, Ubuntu is expanding its presence across all IoT devices, from gateways to robots, drones, and home appliances. The collaboration between Advantech and Canonical plays a crucial role in the further proliferation of IoT devices. "Four Reasons Software Developers Should Choose Advantech's Ubuntu Desktop" ◆ Rapidly bring products to market ◆ Long-term after-support ◆ Both Advantech and Canonical support developers ◆ A wide range of Ubuntu-certified products available

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework has increased significantly, and the number of devices held by companies has also risen, but there are concerns about hacking and malware infections... →→ In such times, don't forget about IoT security measures!! ◆ Many outdated industrial systems in the market have not been updated to optimal security software, making industrial and commercial applications more susceptible to cyber damage compared to general businesses and consumers. ◆ In such cases, setting up blacklists and whitelists is recommended. While these are not mutually exclusive, they may not always be used simultaneously. To maximize effectiveness, it is necessary to discern the strengths and weaknesses of each and make the best choice for your security strategy.

As the adoption of Linux as an OS for industrial computers increases, building an OS tailored to hardware has become a source of stress for engineers. In response, Advantech offers a service that bundles pre-built OS packages tailored to hardware, based on Ubuntu OS, which is widely used by engineers around the world as a Linux distribution. (As of February 2022, there are 32 lineups available.) "You can start using Ubuntu right after purchase." Please take advantage of this overwhelming development efficiency and speed.

The gateway is a crucial point for collecting data in all connection applications, making the security of gateways extremely important in the IoT ecosystem. Advantech provides security solutions and services that integrate hardware and software for IoT gateways to address the increasing global cyberattacks and to understand the vulnerabilities in information security for industrial applications. ◆ Data & System Security ◆ Identity & Access Control ◆ Remote Updates & Secure Boot ◆ Threat Detection & Recovery

[Special Feature] Gateways are a critical point for collecting data in all connection applications, making the security of gateways extremely important in the IoT ecosystem. Advantech provides security solutions and services that integrate hardware and software for IoT gateways to address the increasing global cyberattacks and to understand the vulnerabilities in information security for industrial applications. ◆ Data & System Security ◆ Identity & Access Control ◆ Remote Updates & Secure Boot ◆ Threat Detection & Recovery

Microsoft is promoting the enhancement of product development, tools, and support to make the development of Windows on Arm (WoA) in industrial systems more seamless through collaboration with NXP. ■ Achieving a seamless OS and application asset migration from x86 to ARM ■ Supporting DX acceleration by IoT solution builders ■ Advantech products compatible with WoA - i.MX 8M Family SoC - Low power consumption - Low TCO - Small footprint

Advantech provides an edge device management software called "DeviceOn" for operators managing edge devices. With the expansion of the IoT market, the number of edge devices continues to rise. While they are implemented in various services and offer advantages in terms of specifications and costs, there are several challenges in the operational field. Three challenges: 1) Remote operation: When issues arise with devices installed in remote locations or at heights, addressing them on-site incurs time and costs. 2) Status monitoring: As the number of devices increases, managing BIOS and driver versions can become complicated. It takes time to grasp the status of the devices. 3) Updates: Although a large number of devices have been deployed, updating each one for new features or applying security patches is time-consuming and cumbersome. To help alleviate the burden of device management, we have prepared a trial version of the software "DeviceOn" (for beginners/professionals) for you to try out.

Advantech announced on December 20, 2022, that it has started a business partnership with SRA Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, hereinafter referred to as SRA) regarding the Ubuntu operating system from Canonical, which holds approximately 35%* global market share in the Linux operating system. (*According to a W3Techs survey in January 2022) Both Advantech, which has a global top market share in industrial computers (IPC/EPC), and SRA, which offers various software development and support services including embedded IT services and business, have agreed to collaborate on the sale of certified and pre-installed embedded computers with Canonical's Ubuntu, as well as on system integration and support services. This partnership will enable companies using Ubuntu in embedded environments to benefit from security support for up to 10 years, unified support for the OS and hardware, and access to a wide range of the latest technologies from embedded systems to the cloud.