45Drives, a leader in open-source data storage solutions, has announced its sponsorship of the SouthEast LinuxFest (SELF) 2025, underscoring its dedication to fostering open-source innovation. The event, a key gathering for Linux enthusiasts and technology professionals, will feature 45Drives' latest hardware and software solutions, aimed at empowering managed service providers (MSPs) and IT professionals with scalable, transparent storage options.
At SELF 2025, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with 45Drives' team, including Todd Pifher and Braeden Kivett, who will showcase the company's innovative solutions. A notable presentation by Patrick Emerson of NewSpring Church will illustrate the practical benefits of adopting 45Drives' open-source storage practices, offering insights into modernizing storage environments effectively.
This sponsorship reflects 45Drives' broader mission to champion open hardware and software as superior alternatives to proprietary systems. Dr. Doug Milburn, President of 45Drives, emphasizes the company's goal to make Linux-based storage systems accessible and user-friendly, aligning with the open-source community's values of transparency and collaboration.
With its expanding operations in the U.S., 45Drives' participation in SELF 2025 marks a strategic effort to strengthen its presence in the southeastern United States, reinforcing its commitment to the open-source movement and the professionals driving it forward.
