VA LINUX SYSTEMS
VA Linux Systems was a software developer that owned the online retailer known as ThinkGeek. Prior to that, it operated as a systems-hardware business. The company acquired Andover.net, merging SourceForge.net, Linux.com, Slashdot, and other well-known Open Source Internet sites to form the Open Source Development Network (OSDN). It was established in 1993, based in Mountain View, California.
VA LINUX SYSTEMS
Industry:
Developer APIs Information Technology Software
Founded:
1993-01-01
Address:
Mountain View, California, United States
Country:
United States
Total Employee:
1+
Status:
Active
Total Funding:
0
Founder


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Acquisitions List
| Date | Company | Article | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-03-22 | NetAttach | NetAttach acquired by VA Linux Systems | 38.5 M USD |
| 2000-03-16 | TruSolutions | TruSolutions acquired by VA Linux Systems | 189.3 M USD |
| 2000-02-03 | Andover.net | Andover.net acquired by VA Linux Systems | 800 M USD |
Investors List
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Ridge Ventures
Ridge Ventures investment in Venture Round - VA Linux Systems
Sequoia Capital
Sequoia Capital investment in Venture Round - VA Linux Systems