CyberMap Japan Corp., a provider of Mapion, Japan's largest online map search service accessed by 6 million internet users every month, announces the release of the next generation of its Mapion system product, employing Dell PowerEdge-Server and Dell|EMC CX300 Network Storage systems. The new system is equipped with MIRACLE LINUX V3.0 - Asianux Inside, Oracle Real Application Clusters 10g and Oracle Location-Based Services (LBS) framework, Oracle's latest database clustering technology and location information service solution. Jointly developed by K.K. Ashisuto, Dell Japan Inc., Oracle Corporation Japan and Miracle Linux Corporation, the product is scheduled for full launch in early November.
CyberMap Japan's Mapion allows users to search for maps using only mailing addresses or station names and offers a wide range of travel information such as accommodations and sightseeing spots. It is the largest online map search service site in Japan with seven million hits a day. In addition to providing map information, the company has developed more user-friendly services for its next version by offering real-time information that meets user needs, such as locating available parking facilities.
The backbone database for Mapion requires a 24/7 stable operation, availability with a downtime of less than 5 minutes per year and scalability to handle without deterioration in response time the large increase in users that are likely soon after conversion to the new service. In order to fulfill these requirements at a low cost, CyberMap Japan has decided to employ MIRACLE LINUX V3.0 - Asianux Inside, which is highly compatible with Oracle products, along with Oracle Real Application Clusters 10g for Linux and, for its high-speed location information service, Oracle's LBS. Coordinated support in system development and past performance by Ashisuto, Dell, Oracle Japan and Miracle Linux were also major factors in CyberMap Japan's decision.
Once the system conversion is complete, a new foundation for providing next-generation services will be firmly in place. This will enable flexible search services that can meet the needs of rapidly expanding businesses and various other requirements.
About CyberMap Japan
CyberMap Japan Corp., which operates Mapion, an online map search service, also engages in the businesses of map ASP, mobile consumer support and online advertising. Leveraging the know-how it has developed through the operation of Mapion, the company provides support services in establishing map information systems and regional information system services for all types of media.
About Ashisuto
K.K. Ashisuto publishes and distributes a wide variety of software packages without limiting its scope to specific hardware manufacturers or software vendors. The company publishes and distributes a diverse range of business software products, including information analysis/reporting tools, development support tools, system operation, management and security products as well as the database de facto standard Oracle. It also provides training and support services.
About Dell Japan Inc.
Dell Japan Inc. is a Japanese subsidiary of US based Dell Inc. Dell Inc. (NASDAQ: DELL) is a premier provider of products and services required for customers worldwide to build their information-technology and Internet infrastructures. Company revenue for the past four quarters totaled $45.4 billion. Dell, through its direct business model, designs, manufactures and customizes products and services to customer requirements, and offers an extensive selection of software and peripherals.
About Oracle Japan
Oracle Japan was founded in 1985 as the Japanese subsidiary of Oracle Corporation. The Japanese subsidiary provides software products, solutions, consultation, support services, training and education to Japanese customers. The subsidiary made a public offering of its stock in the over-the-counter market on February 5, 1999, and listed its stock in the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange on April 28, 2000. The subsidiary employs 1,448 people (as of the end of May 2004).
About Miracle Linux
Open for business since June 1, 2000, as a dedicated provider of Linux server OS-related products and services, Miracle Linux carries out a variety of projects, focusing on the development and sale of the Linux server operating system, "MIRACLE LINUX"; the multi-platform secure OS software, "MIRACLE HiZARD"; and provision of Linux-related support services including consulting, education and maintenance. "MIRACLE LINUX V3.0 - Asianux Inside" is designated as Oracle USA's Unbreakable Linux platform.
