During the next two years, Canonical will adapt its Linux to better work on systems ranging from martphones and tablets to TVs and automotive systems, the company said Monday. While recognizing the competitiveness of the market, Canonical founder Mark Shuttleworth said there are still opportunities because the market is "highly dynamic." Asked how many device manufacturers were lined up to build devices for the planned Ubuntu Linux upgrades, Gooddall said the company has had plenty of interest and is in discussions with builders.

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