Embedded uses of FreeBSD

  • FreeBSD is frequently used as a platform for embedded networking devices, including products from IBM, Inktomi, Juniper Networks, GTA, and Network Alchemy - a Nokia Company. [3]
  • The Weather Channel uses FreeBSD to do realtime audio/video presentation in hundreds of locations across the US serving content to millions of cable and satellite customers.
  • The BSD license makes these commercial embedded applications possible.


[3] http://www.hyperchip.com/Coverage/ICD/router_makers_speak_out.htm