The Value of Developer Tools from Rogue Wave Software and Intel

With Linux* becoming firmly established as the foundation of many enterprise-server deployments and data centers, forward-looking corporations are assessing the value of migrating from UNIX* to Linux. Some large-scale organizations have already made the switch, including FedEx, Amazon.com, and Google. This trend motivates software-development professionals to better understand the potential issues involved in porting business applications to Linux-a clear prerequisite to a successful migration. This paper discusses the top ten portability challenges when moving C++ applications from UNIX to Linux, and highlights developer tools from Rogue Wave Software and Intel that can speed migration and reduce risk.