# Redistributors and Miscellany

This section lists re-sellers or re-distributors of the Linux distributions listed above. In other words, the people selling the below software more than likely do NOT maintain or support the software itself.

This section also lists distributors selling commercial software for Linux (such as Motif) and miscellany, such as documentation.

### Clark Internet Services

Distributor:
  Clark Internet Services, C/O Stephen Balbach
Description:
  The latest version of Linux on disk and tape direct from the net at affordable prices. 120MB installed on 3.5" disks. 90MB installed on 5.25" disks.
Ordering:
  Slackware on 32 3.5" disks: $50 (USPS 2nd day). SLS on 32 5.25" disks: $40 (USPS 2nd day). Installation and Getting Started (c) Copyright Matt Welsh. 150+page laser printed, professional bound manual. Everything to get installed and running in one easy book. $15 if ordering set (at cost price!). $20 seperate.
Availability:
  For more complete information, including a multipage description of Linux, a hardware compatibility sheet, and more detailed package descriptions send mail to `linux-all@clark.net` for auto-reply info (30k of text).
Ordering:
  Check, money-order

      Stephen Balbach
      5437 Enberend Terrace
      Columbia, MD 21045

  Credit Card orders call 410-740-1157 (Visa, MasterCard, AmXpres)
Entry last modified:
  31 Oct 93.

### Extent Verlag, LDP Distribution

Distributor:
  Extent Verlag Berlin, Germany
Description:
  Extent has published the Linux Installation and Getting Started manual, Version 2.0 by Matt Welsh in order to make it available to Linux users within Germany and Europe. Inspite of being non-commercial, the manual was printed with 2540 dpi and bound in soft cover. It's handy paperback format is 148 x 210 mm. Other LDP manuals are being prepared as soon as possible. Extent also tries to make SLACKWARE available to everybody within Germany and Europe just for the ordinary diskette price. This means, you pay only the diskettes and get the newest SLACKWARE distribution for free, just in the sense of Free Software. The 3.5" diskettes are fully error-checked, of course.
Availability:
  Extent Verlag Berlin, Postfach 12 66 48, D-10594 Berlin, Germany. phone +49 30 3244021, fax +49 30 3249685.
Ordering:
Linux Installation and Getting Started
  , 192 pages. ISBN 3-926671-12-2. Costs within Germany DM 15.80 (tax and shipping included), within Europe DM 16.50 (shipping included). Full Slackware (latest version) on 50 diskettes. Within Germany, DM 100.00 plus DM 10.00 for shipping. Within Europe, DM 100.00 plus DM 20.00 for shipping. Ordering by sending cheque to address above or money order (don't forget your address!) to Extent Verlag Berlin, Germany Postbank Berlin, BLZ 10010010, bank account 1769-104 or every book store.
Entry last modified:
  25 March 1994.

### Fintronic Linux Systems

Distributor:
  Fintronic Linux Systems
Description:
  We sell fully installed, custom configured Linux systems for about the price which you'd pay for the hardware alone. We offer desktop and notebook machines. We ship worldwide and accept payment by check and credit cards. If you have any questions or would like to be added to our mailing list, send mail to `linux@fintronic.com`.
Availability:
  For our latest pricelist, finger `linux@fintronic.com` or Web to `http://www.fintronic.com/linux/catalog.html`. Prices change frequently as we are constantly looking for the best deals for our customers.
Ordering:

      email:  linux@fintronic.com
        fax:   +1.415.325-4908
      voice:   +1.415.325-4474
       Mail:   Fintronic USA, Inc.
               1360 Willow Rd., Suite 205
               Menlo Park, CA 94025
               USA

Entry last modified:
  24 Mar 94.

### InfoMagic Linux CD-ROM

Distributor:
  InfoMagic, Inc.
Description:
  Complete snapshot of `tsx-11` and `sunsite.unc.edu` linux archives taken at 2 month intervals (Dec, Feb, Apr, ...). The disc is in ISO-9660 format with Rock Ridge Extensions. A number of ``distributions'' are included: SLS, Slackware, MCC, and TAMU. Versions are as available at the date of capture.
Availability:
  Readme and index files are available via anonymous ftp from `ftp.uu.net:/vendor/InfoMagic/cds`. Other info is available via email (`info@InfoMagic.com`), FAX (609-683-5502) or Tel (800-800-6613 or 609-683-5501).
Ordering:
  The disc is priced at $15/copy. Shipping within the US is $5, outside $10. Subscriptions are available for $75/year with shipping of $25 in the US and $35 outside. Orders may be placed by email, FAX or phone. We accept Mastercard and Visa, and will begin accepting American Express after 1/1/94.
Entry ast modifiied:
  22 Dec 93.

### JANA Three CD Linux Kit

Distributor:
  CD-ROM A MONTH
Description:
  We provide a set of 3 CD's that contain Linux and Linux related information. The first CD contains Slackware distrubution with additional suport for different kernals, a live file system, Linux 1.0, Japanese Extenson, The second CD contains the content of `TSX-11` and slackware source tree, the 3rd CD contains all the linux content of `sunsite.unc.edu`.
Availability:
  This 3 CD kit and a book and a T-Shirt is available at many retail outlets selling Linux, also you can order from us direct by calling 1-800-363-2083 or 1-416-538-2311 Or you mail E-Mail us at `order@jana.com`.
Ordering:
  The cost of the kit is $29.95 and can paid by VISA or MC. Shipping charges range from $9.95 to $19.95 depending on where you live. We ship world wide. We use UPS.
Miscellaneous:
  Free tech support by phone and E-Mail.
Entry last modified:
  15 March 94.

### Lasermoon Ltd.

Distributor:
  Lasermoon Ltd., `info@lasermoon.co.uk`, `support@lasermoon.co.uk`.
Description:
  The following Linux products are distributed and supported, (although there are many more of interest):
  - The Yggdrasil LGX CD-ROM
  - The Infomagic Linux Developer Resource CD-ROM
  - The Linux Journal (Monthly Mag), European Distributors
Availability:
  Lasermoon Ltd, 2a Beaconsfield Road, Fareham, Hants, England. PO16 0QB. Voice +44 (0) 329 826444. Fax +44 (0) 329 825936. Email: `info@lasermoon.co.uk` (General enquiries), `support@lasermoon.co.uk` (Support desk), `lj@lasermoon.co.uk` (Linux Journal desk).
Ordering:
  LGX currently 44.95ukp, LDR currently 12.95ukp All prices exclude postage and VAT at the UK rate (17.5\%). Discounts available - please call. Visa, Mastercard, Access, EuroCard accepted.
Miscellaneous:
  We provide snapshots of any part of any product on (almost) any media. Call us for details. Free catalogue of many other CD-ROM Freeware products for UNIX, DOS and Novell available on request (either by email or post). Books by SSC and O'Reilly Associates (10\% discount) also available.
Entry last modified:
  16 Feb 94.

### Linux Journal

Distributor:
  ACC, Corp., P.O. Box 3364, Westport, CT 06880-8364. Phone (800) 546-7274 in the US or +1 203 454-3242 elsewhere. FAX (203) 454-2582.
Description:
  Linux Journal is a monthly publication covering the Linux Community. Most material in LJ is new (not reprinted from Usenet). Each issue includes columns and articles on Linux programming, Free Software Foundation issues, systems administration, Questions and Answers, interviews and more. LJ is a professional-quality magazine for the Linux community.
Availability:
  Subscriptions are $19/year, anywhere on the planet.
Ordering:
  Payment can be made using VISA, MasterCard or American Express (make sure you include the credit card number, expiration date and signature). We can also accept checks in U.S. dollars. If you have a question concerning appropriate method of payment, phone or FAX our subscription numbers or send e-mail to subscriptions@fylz.com For security reasons we discourage sending credit card numbers via e-mail.
Miscellaneous:
  If you are interested in advertising in LJ, contact Joanne Wagner in our west coast office (address below) or send e-mail to `joanne@fylz.com`. Article queries, new product announcements and other editorial material should be sent to our west coast office as well or e-mailed to `phil@fylz.com`. Generic questions can be sent to `linux@fylz.com`. Mail advertising and editorial info to Linux Journal, P.O. Box 85867, Seattle, WA 98145-1867, FAX to (206)526-0803 or call (206)524-8338.
Entry last modified:
  8 Feb 94.

### Linux Systems Labs

Distributor:
  Linux Systems Labs, `dirvin@vela.acs.oakland.edu`.
Description:
  Slackware (all 50 disks and I&GS) for $69.95, resell the Ygdarsil CDROM, Motif by Metrolink for $175.00 and bundle any version of Linux with Motif for $215.00. We currently print LDP documents at 600 DPI Duplexed on a laser printer. We sell the I&GS for $10.00 and the NAG for $15.00. Also we just started selling a commercial database called /rdb for linux by Revolutionary Software for $149.00. (It's quite impressive.) Contact us for more information.
Availability:
  Linux Systems Labs, 18300 Tara Drive, Clinton Twp MI 48036. Phone (313)9542829, (800)9542829, fax (313)954280.
Ordering:
  See above for prices. We take MC and Visa and will discount all products (except /rdb) \%20 for internet customers.
Entry last modified:
  13 Dec 93.

### Mark Horton Linux Documentation Hardcopy Service

Distributor:
  Mark Horton Associates, `mah@ka4ybr.atl.ga.us`.
Description:
  The Linux Hardcopy Service provides printed, punched, and bound copies of the various Linux LDP manuals, FAQs, HOWTOs and other related publications. The goal is to provide both new and experienced Linux users with laser printed, high quality documentation. This is particularly useful to new users without access to ftp or the facilities required to print .dvi format, TeX, or PostScript files.
Availability:
  Mark Horton Associates; P.O. Box 747; Decatur, GA US; 30031. Phone: 1.404.371.0291, e-mail: `mah@ka4ybr.atl.ga.us`.
Ordering:
  (Please e-mail `mah@ka4ybr.atl.ga.us` for complete info, only prices are given here.)
  1. Linux Installation and Getting Started, 150 pages, $20.00
  2. Linux Network Administrators' Guide, 250 pages, $30.00
  3. Linux Kernel Hackers' Guide, 120 pages, $20.00
  4. Das LinuXHandBuch, 250 pages, $30.00
  5. LILO Technical Overview and User's Guide, 35 pages, $10.00
  6. FAQs and HOWTOS, 250 pages, $30.00
  7. Shells, shells, shells (man pages), 100 pages, $15.00
  8. Any other documentation you wish printed... make a request, I'll print a copy, look it over, and provide a price... if it's of general interest I'll offer additional copies also. (Somehow I feel like I just committed to ending up with a LOT of printed documentation on my shelves!)
  I can't take credit cards (you wouldn't believe what the bank wants to process those things!) Personal checks, money orders, cash are all ok. For very large orders from businesses and educational sites I guess I could take purchase orders. Please add $2.00 per manual for shipping (ups ground - add an additional $10.00 for ups blue label). Special overnight shipping can be arranged upon request. Call for quantity discount pricing. $1.00 per manual sale goes to the Free Software Foundation. $1.00 per manual sale goes to Linus and the LDP's virtual beer fund. Please make checks payable to Mark Horton Associates, address given above.
Miscellaneous:
  Custom t-shirts available on request---send e-mail.
Entry last modified:
  15 January 1994

### Sequoia International Motif Development Package

Distributor:
  Sequoia International, Inc., 600 West Hillsboro Blvd, Suite 300, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, Tel: (305) 480-6118, FAX: (305) 480-6198, `info@seq.com`
Description:
  Sequoia International, Inc. has a complete Motif 1.2.3 Runtime and Development package called SWiM 1.2.3 available for $149.95. In addition to providing shared library versions of `libXm` and `libMrm`, the following is included in each package: The Window Manager (`mwm`), Shared Libraries (`libXm`, `libMrm`), Static Libraries (`libXm`, `libMrm`, `libUil`), UIL Compiler, Header and Include Files, Complete On-Line Manual Pages, Source Code to OSF/Motif Demo Programs, Complete OSF/Motif Users Guide.
Requirements:
  Linux 0.99pl13 or higher, `libc` 4.4.4, XFree 2.0, 12M Free Disk, 8-12M RAM Suggested.
Ordering:
  USA: Sequoia International, Inc. (305-480-6118), `info@seq.com`. Japan: Fortune Co., Ltd (03-5481-8974). England: Lasermoon Ltd. (+44-0-329-826444). Australia: Space Age Import-Export Proprietary (61-7-266-3418).
Entry last modified:
  24 March 1994.

### SSC Linux Documentation Project Manuals

Distributor:
  SSC, Inc., `sales@ssc.com`.
Availability:
  SSC has printed and comb bound the Linux Installation and Getting Started manual, Version 2 to make it available for those who do not have the capability to print it themself and to support our customers who buy Linux (Yggdrasil) from us. It is printed double-sided with a cover.
Ordering:
  The manual is $15 plus shipping ($3 in the U.S.). We can accept credit card orders (Visa, MasterCard or AmEx). Orders can be phoned in (206-FOR-UNIX/206-527-3385), FAXed (206-527-2806) or mailed to SSC, P.O. Box 55549, Seattle, WA 98155.
Miscellaneous:
  SSC also publishes a series of reference cards on Unix and Unix-related programs such as Emacs, VI, Korn Shell, C language, etc. We also sell the Yggdrasil Linux distribution and Free Software Foundation books. Call or e-mail for a free catalog.
Entry last modified:
  8 Feb 94.

### SW Technology Linux Systems

Distributor:
  SW Technology
Description:
  SW Technology has been selling Linux workstations locally with high customer satisfaction. Our installation of Linux follows the style of the Slackware distribution, with system specific kernel image and configuration files, to ensure optimal performance. The installation is a fairly complete distribution of available Linux utilities, including GCC, X, Interviews, Xview, Tcl/Tk, Emacs, TeX/LaTex, Groff, etc. We custom configure systems: our clients will get the hardware components and software configuration per their specification.
Availability:
  For upto date prices/info, please

      email/finger      swt@netcom.com
      anonymous ftp     netcom8.netcom.com:/pub/swt/info
      phone             (214) 907-0871
      mail              SW Technology
                        251 West Renner Suite 229
                        Richardson, TX 75080

Entry last modified:
  15 Jan 94.

### Takelap Systems Ltd.

Distributor:
  Takelap Systems Ltd., `info@ddrive.demon.co.uk`.
Description:
  The SLS 1.04 distribution on diskettes. 25 3.5" or 30 5.25" diskettes including 0.99.13 kernel, X11R5, TeX, doc (WYSIWYG), GNU s/w development tools and more. The SLS 1.04 Linux Distribution on CDROM: 0.99.13 kernel, X11R5, TeX, Andrew, GNU s/w development tools. May be installed and optionally run from CDROM mounted remotely. Many installation and operational options. The Yggdrasil LGX Fall 93 Linux distribution on CDROM: 0.99.13 kernel, X11R5, TeX, Andrew 5.1, Postgres 4.1, GNU s/w development tools.
Availability:
  Takelap Systems Ltd., The Reddings, Court Robin Lane, Llangwm, Usk, Gwent, United Kingdom NP5 1ET. tel: +44 (0)291 650357, fax: +44 (0)291 650500, email: `info@ddrive.demon.co.uk`.
Ordering:
  SLS on Diskettes, price ukp42.00 +ukp1.50 p&p + VAT. SLS CD-ROM, ukp66.00 +ukp1.50 p&p + VAT. Yggdrasil LGX CD-ROM, ukp40.00 +ukp1.50 p&p + VAT. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
Miscellaneous:
  Free catalogue of CDROMs and books (mostly UNIX related) on request.
Entry last modified:
  31 Oct 93.

### Unifix Custom Linux CD-ROM Mastering

Distributor:
  Unifix Software GmbH, Braunschweig, Germany
Description:
  We use our own (Linux based) premastering system to make custom CDs which include the customer's programs in addition to our Linux distribution. This enables our customers to sell their Unix based applications together with operating system tested and ready to run. Our CD recorder makes it possible to create prototypes and very small series at interesting prices.
Availablility:
  Ask us for more information or prices:

      Telephone       +49 (0)531 515161
      Fax             +49 (0)531 515162
      Mail            Unifix Software GmbH
                      Postfach 4918
                      D-38039 Braunschweig
                      Germany

### UPython SLS and Slackware Diskette Labels

Distributor:
  UPython Computer and Network Services
Description:
  Labels for Softlanding and slackware disks
Availability:
  The labels that we print for you are available in several formats at `sunsite.unc.edu:/pub/linux/distributions/SLSlabels`.
Ordering:
  For order information, send mail to `DGray@uh.edu`. Cost is $6.50 per set and domestic shipping in included. Overseas orders must send payment in US funds and add $1 for shipping. Texas residents add sales tax (6\%).
Entry last modified:
  11 Nov 1993.