Learn about it, then try it before you buy it. IBM offers sample downloads of its Linux-based middleware, so developers can test-drive tools and applications to experience their benefits.

Brochures

• IBM Linux Software Solutions Guide
• IBM Software brand brochures:
  • DB2 for Linux
  • Lotus for Linux
  • Tivoli for Linux
  • WebSphere for Linux

Trial code downloads

• IBM WebSphere Studio Application Developer 4.0 for Linux
  An easy-to-use, integrated development environment on Linux for building, testing and deploying Java and J2EE applications.
  
  
• IBM DB2 Universal Database 7.2 for Linux
  Provides a powerful and robust relational database, which enables you to leverage your information and implement e-business applications for competitive advantage.
  

Trial code CD

• Speed start your Linux app
  Build your next application on Linux and help yourself to trial IBM middleware and tools, as well as all the free training and tech support you need to get started. We'll help you learn Linux, get familiar with IBM tools and get your new app into production quickly. And if you build applications for commercial sale, IBM can help you market and sell your application through the developer community for IBM Business Partners, PartnerWorld for Developers.
  

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