The eLxr Project: Expanding Access to Cutting-Edge Technologies

The eLxr project is a community-driven initiative that offers an open source, enterprise-grade Debian-derivative distribution. This platform empowers enterprises to adopt scalable, secure, and reliable Linux solutions for cloud-to-edge deployments.

• Upstream-first approach: Fully aligns with Debian’s open governance, ensuring a free operating system that preserves software freedom
• Cloud-native-ready: Optimized for containerized workloads and supported across a range of modern runtimes
• Performance-optimized: Ready for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware and prioritizing support for silicon accelerators
• Security-first: Continuous security monitoring throughout package lifecycles
• Compact and extensible: Right-sized packages adaptable to industry-specific needs

5 Ways the eLxr Project Helps Close the Gap

1. One platform for every use case: Deploy a unified Linux solution that scales effortlessly across environments, from cloud to edge, enabling smooth usage and the adoption of diverse hardware and new technologies.
2. Unmatched flexibility for innovation: Control your innovation roadmap with the eLxr project’s fully open source, upstream-first approach, eliminating vendor lock-in and putting the pace of progress in your hands.
3. Built for scalability: Whether you're scaling up in data centers or optimizing lightweight edge devices, the eLxr project is engineered to adapt, ensuring seamless performance across every infrastructure.
4. Optimized for cost efficiency: With a minimal footprint and a tailored feature set, the eLxr project reduces complexity, cuts operational expenses, and enhances power efficiency, particularly in resource-constrained environments.
5. Enterprise-ready support: Gain confidence in your deployments with comprehensive lifecycle support offer through eLxr Pro, ensuring your Linux platform is always secure, up-to-date, and backed by dedicated Wind River experts.

Partner with Wind River to Drive Cloud-to-Edge Success

With two decades of expertise in Linux and open source solutions, Wind River is uniquely positioned to help you succeed in even the most demanding cloud-to-edge deployments. eLxr Pro offers the flexibility, support, and innovation necessary to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Ready to close the gap between the cloud and the edge? Visit Wind River to discover how eLxr Pro can transform your operations.

1 Fortune Business Insights. “Linux Operating System Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Distribution (Virtual Machines, Servers, and Desktops), By End-use (Commercial/Enterprise and Individual), and Regional Forecast: 2024-2032.” August 2024. www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/linux-operating-system-market-103037.

By Amit Ronen
Chief Customer Officer, Wind River