Accelerating Thin Client Innovation with MontaVista Linux

Nexterm Inc. and ELT Inc. have successfully leveraged MontaVista Linux to develop a next-generation thin client terminal optimized for server-based computing environments. This collaborative effort demonstrates the growing trend of replacing traditional embedded OSes with flexible, Linux-based platforms in commercial computing applications.

Customer Application Overview:

Use Case: Advanced Thin Client Terminal Deployment

Thin clients are ideal for environments with high-volume, low-intensity computing tasks such as:

  • Call centers
  • Hotels and banks
  • Schools and libraries
  • Retail branches and healthcare settings

Nexterm’s solution, built on MontaVista Linux, delivers a lightweight, secure, and easily customizable terminal that reduces development time and improves deployment flexibility across distributed enterprise environments.

Key Outcomes:

  • 33% Faster Time-to-Market: MontaVista Linux enabled rapid development compared to traditional embedded OSes.
  • Customizability: The open and modular nature of Linux allowed tailored solutions for diverse customer environments.
  • Seamless Migration: Demonstrates the ease of moving from proprietary systems to embedded Linux platforms.

Conclusion:

This case highlights how embedded Linux—supported by MontaVista and expert integration from ELT—empowers developers to deliver scalable, efficient, and future-ready client solutions in dynamic enterprise sectors.