emLinux provides a full range of services from marketing level definition and system architecture through full turnkey development and support.

Example Linux Projects

* Product definition, system architecture, and development lead of a cost sensitive home networking gateway product that includes a SystemOnChip processor, DSL modem, numerous network features such as firewalls and Network Address Translation (NAT), embedded web server and many other features

* Product definition and architecture specification of complex Linux based laboratory for simulating networking protocols over satellites.

* Product definition, architecture, and major development lead of WDM fiber optic distributed monitor and control system, employing Linux systems at each fiber node.

emLinux was established in March of 1999 as an embedded Linux consultancy. Joel Williams is the principal owner and engineer behind emLinux. His first embedded Linux project started in 1996. As an experienced consultant, he works closely with other companies and with others within the development and consulting community on an as needed basis.

In addition to Linux experience, Mr. Williams has significant experience in Unix and real time operating systems as well as networking protocols and telecommunications. In the non-development areas, Mr. Williams has given papers (e.g. SuperCon) and published articles (Linux Journal 10/99: Embedding Linux in a Commercial Product). He as also acted in various management and project leadership roles ranging up to Director of Software Engineering. He is a named inventor or co-inventor on several patents, provides expert witness and litigation support services, has represented clients to international standards organizations and is past president of the Professional and Technical Consultants Association (PATCA).