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What is the purpose of this website? |
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Plugcomputer.org is the main web resource for the plug application development community. The forums, wikis, and software downloads on the site enable easy software development on the plug platform, and facilitate free and open exchange of ideas and software. |
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What is a plug computer ? |
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A plug computer is a tiny, low power server, intended to provide network-based services within the home.
It is an always-on system, and can serve data and applications to computing devices within the home. It can also be a bridge between home computing devices and Internet-based services. |
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The SheevaPlug is Marvell’s first plug computer, based on a powerful 1.2GHz Sheeva processor. Its main connectivity is gigabit Ethernet to the network, and USB for peripherals. |
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What are typical applications for a plug computer ? |
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The application range is bounded only by the imagination of the developer community. Here are some typical use cases:
Compact, high performance home file server for home computers.
Multimedia server for DLNA-enabled players, such as the Sony PS3.
Web proxy, enabling fast, cached access to your favorite web sites.
Storage of home video surveillance streams.
Automate downloads and uploads to your favorite photo sharing web site.
And more…. |
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What software runs on the Plug? |
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The Plug ships with Linux, which is the most popular open source operating system. However, any operating system that is compatible with ARM CPUs may potentially run on the platform, such as FreeBSD, NetBSD, Windows CE, and more. |
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The community-supported Wiki pages are the main support point, providing a wealth of information on the plug, mostly in the format of "How To". The forums are an active discussion community organized by various topics - such as hardware, Linux, boot loader, application ideas, and more. Feel free to ask any questions in the forums. |
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