MeeGo

MeeGo
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Name	MeeGo
Developer	Intel, Nokia
Released	2010
Discontinued	2011
Kernel type	Linux kernel
Package manager	RPM Package Manager

MeeGo is a Linux-based operating system that was designed for netbooks, tablets, smartphones, and other embedded systems, developed by Intel and Nokia. The project was announced at the Mobile World Congress in 2010, with the goal of creating a unified operating system for various devices, including those from Asus, Lenovo, and LG Electronics. MeeGo was also supported by the Linux Foundation, which provided a neutral platform for the development of the operating system. The project involved collaboration with other companies, such as Novell and AMD.

Introduction

MeeGo was designed to be a flexible and customizable operating system, allowing device manufacturers to create their own user interfaces and applications. The project was based on the Linux kernel and used the RPM Package Manager for package management, similar to other Linux distributions such as Fedora and OpenSUSE. MeeGo also supported various programming languages, including C++, Java, and Python, making it an attractive platform for developers. The operating system was also compatible with various hardware platforms, including x86 and ARM architecture, which made it suitable for a wide range of devices, from netbooks to smartphones.

History

The MeeGo project was announced in February 2010, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, by Intel and Nokia. The project was a merger of Intel's Moblin and Nokia's Maemo projects, with the goal of creating a unified operating system for various devices. The first version of MeeGo, version 1.0, was released in May 2010, and it was designed for netbooks and other embedded systems. The project gained support from other companies, such as Asus, Lenovo, and LG Electronics, which announced plans to release MeeGo-based devices. MeeGo was also showcased at various events, including the Consumer Electronics Show and the Mobile World Congress.

Features

MeeGo had several features that made it an attractive platform for device manufacturers and developers. The operating system had a customizable user interface, which allowed device manufacturers to create their own unique user experiences. MeeGo also supported various applications, including web browsers, email clients, and media players, which were developed using various programming languages, such as C++, Java, and Python. The operating system also had a robust security framework, which included features such as data encryption and access control. MeeGo was also compatible with various hardware platforms, including x86 and ARM architecture, which made it suitable for a wide range of devices, from netbooks to smartphones. The operating system was also supported by the Linux Foundation, which provided a neutral platform for the development of the operating system.

Devices

Several devices were released with MeeGo, including the Nokia N9, which was a smartphone that ran MeeGo 1.2. The Nokia N9 was released in 2011 and it featured a unique user interface, which was designed by Nokia. Other devices that ran MeeGo included the Asus Eee PC X101, which was a netbook that ran MeeGo 1.0, and the Lenovo ThinkPad X100e, which was a netbook that ran MeeGo 1.1. MeeGo was also used in various embedded systems, such as in-vehicle infotainment systems, which were developed by companies such as BMW and General Motors. The operating system was also used in various industrial automation systems, which were developed by companies such as Siemens and GE Appliances.

Development

The development of MeeGo was a collaborative effort between Intel, Nokia, and other companies. The project was managed by the MeeGo Project, which was a non-profit organization that was established to oversee the development of the operating system. The MeeGo Project was supported by the Linux Foundation, which provided a neutral platform for the development of the operating system. The development of MeeGo involved the use of various tools, such as Git and Bugzilla, which were used for source code management and bug tracking. The project also involved the use of various programming languages, such as C++, Java, and Python, which were used for developing applications and system components. The development of MeeGo was also influenced by other Linux distributions, such as Fedora and OpenSUSE, which provided a foundation for the development of the operating system.

Discontinuation

MeeGo was discontinued in 2011, after Nokia announced that it would be switching to Windows Phone as its primary operating system for smartphones. The decision to discontinue MeeGo was made after Nokia's new CEO, Stephen Elop, decided to focus on Windows Phone as the company's primary operating system for smartphones. The discontinuation of MeeGo was a significant blow to the project, as Nokia was one of the main contributors to the project. The MeeGo Project was eventually merged with the Tizen project, which was a new operating system that was developed by Intel and Samsung. The Tizen project was designed to be a successor to MeeGo, and it was released in 2012. The discontinuation of MeeGo also led to the development of other Linux distributions, such as Sailfish OS, which was developed by Jolla. Category:Operating systems