Canonical, the commercial sponsor of Ubuntu, is committed to the development, distribution and support of open source software products and communities. World-class commercial support for Ubuntu is available through Canonical’s global support team and partners. Canonical works with the world's leading IT companies to deliver Ubuntu to the the world.

Freespire (www.freespire.org) is a community-driven, Linux-based operating system that combines the best that free, open source software has to offer (community driven, freely distributed, open source code, etc.), but also provides users the choice of including proprietary codecs, drivers and applications as they see fit. With Freespire, the choice is yours as to what software is installed on your computer, with no limitations or restrictions placed on that choice.

IEEE, The Oregon Section of the IEEE, a professional organization, provides and applies useful and timely information and technical programs for its members and industry. With over 370,000 members in over 160 countries, IEEE is the world's leading association dedicated to the advancement of technology in service to humanity.

Intel Corporation has developed technology enabling the computer and Internet revolution that has changed the world. Founded in 1968 to build semiconductor memory products, Intel introduced the world's first microprocessor in 1971. Intel's core competencies are in the design and manufacture of complex silicon products, and today, Intel supplies the computing and communications industries with chips, boards, systems, and software building blocks that are the ingredients of computers, servers and networking and communications products. Intel has developed architectures for the key areas where silicon is used in next generation networks. Intel's products are used by industry members to create advanced computing and communications systems.

NComputing is transforming the affordability and sustainability of the global PC experience. Our technology turns everyday desktop systems into powerful multi-user platforms for low-cost, reliable and energy-efficient computing. As many as 30 simultaneous users can share a single PC and enjoy a rich desktop experience for as little as $70 per seat.

OpenMoko is a Linux based open source Ubiquitous Computing software platform, and a family of open hardware platforms. OpenMoko's philosophy is to build platforms, open source all the software, and let the imagination and creativity of the open source community discover the future. Hardware includes cellular connectivity, Wifi, and GPS.

The POSSE (Portland Open Source Software Entrepreneurs) is a greater Portland area organization of entrepreneurs who rely on and develop OSS to help businesses succeed. POSSE provides local businesses with access to a wealth of qualified options for meeting their open source software needs. All POSSE members are established companies that adhere to a defined set of industry best practices.

Powell's Books has been an independent bookseller since 1971. Powell's serves the Portland, Oregon, area with four general bookstores and two specialty stores. Its flagship store takes up an entire city block, offering 68,000 sq. feet of used, new, rare, and out-of-print books. Online since 1994, Powells.com offers the combined inventory of its six retail locations and five warehouses - approximately four million books in all. The site features exclusive author interviews and essays, as well as a stable of internationally respected book reviewers and content partners. Forbes magazine crowned the site a Forbes Favorite, applauding its huge selection of new, used and rare books, all swathed in smart content.

Savoir-faire Linux is an IT consulting firm committed to provide businesses with expertise on Open Source technologies in North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Savoir-faire Linux distributes its expertise through its training center, its 24/7 expertise center, its highly-qualified consultants and talented development team. Savoir-faire Linux is the unique Ubuntu Professional courses provider in North America.

Sun Microsystems has held open systems to be the cornerstone of its business philosophy since the beginning. From desktops to supercomputers, and from development tools to productivity suites, Sun is dedicated to delivering hardware and software based on open industry standards. Today, through shared technology innovation, Sun's continued commitment to Open Source is reflected in its leadership and key contributions to the many projects including OpenSolaris, OpenOffice.org, GNOME, Grid Engine, java.net, Jini, JXTA, NetBeans, and Mozilla.

System76 provides and supports Ubuntu preinstalled laptops, desktops, and servers with a commitment to the ideals of open source software. Our aim is to enable consumers, businesses, schools, and governments to easily transition to the world of open source software through world class hardware, software, and support.

ZaReason builds affordable laptops and desktops including custom partitioning, WiFi, TV tuners, multiple hard drives, spare batteries. Supporting Ubuntu, Kubuntu, and Edubuntu for personal, business, and non-profits. International shipping and support, including an industry standard warranty that allows you to "play" with your system without voiding your warranty.