Red Hat Company Description
Red Hat hopes that businesses are ready to try open-source operating systems on for size. The company dominates the market for Linux, the open-source computer operating system (OS) that is the chief rival to Microsoft's Windows operating systems. In addition to its Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS, the company's product line includes database, content, and collaboration management applications; server and embedded operating systems; and software development tools. Red Hat also provides consulting, custom software development, support, and training services. The company's business model is a mix of providing free, open-source software paired with subscription-based support, training, and integration services.
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The Company Description provides a historical perspective of Red Hat's organization from inception to current status.
Produced by Hoover's in-house editorial team, the Company Description tracks ownership transitions, company progress via mergers and acquisitions, major growth milestones, and strategic initiatives, to provide a holistic view of Red Hat's evolution in the marketplace.
