SUSE, headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany, is a well-known provider of enterprise-grade open-source software solutions and services. The company has a rich history that dates back to 1992 when it was founded by four German software engineers. Originally known as Software- und Systementwicklung, SUSE quickly gained recognition for its Linux distribution, also called SUSE. In 2003, Novell acquired SUSE, leading to a renaming of the Linux distribution to SUSE Linux Enterprise. However, in 2011, Attachmate Group acquired Novell and decided to establish SUSE as an independent business unit, known as SUSE LLC. In 2014, Micro Focus International acquired The Attachmate Group, further consolidating SUSE's position. SUSE offers a wide range of products and services. Its flagship product, SUSE Linux Enterprise, is a highly reliable and scalable operating system optimized for mission-critical applications. In addition to the operating system, SUSE provides software-defined infrastructure solutions, container management (SUSE CaaS Platform), cloud-native application delivery (SUSE Cloud Application Platform), storage solutions (SUSE Enterprise Storage), and desktop virtualization (SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop). SUSE also offers consulting, training, and support services to ensure successful implementation and utilization of its software solutions. With a global presence, SUSE serves customers across various industries, including government, healthcare, education, telecommunications, and financial services. The company has significant subsidiaries, including SUSE LLC (United States), SUSE Emirates LLC (United Arab Emirates), and SUSE Linux Solutions (Beijing) Co., Ltd (China). Furthermore, SUSE has formed strategic partnerships and joint ventures with other technology companies to enhance its offerings and expand its market reach. SUSE faces competition from other Linux distributions like Red Hat, as well as proprietary operating systems and cloud service providers. However, SUSE has established a strong market position, particularly in Europe, and has a loyal customer base globally. In recent years, SUSE has experienced significant events and achievements. In 2018, SUSE announced its acquisition of OpenStack and Cloud Foundry businesses from Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), strengthening its portfolio in the cloud-native space. In 2019, the private equity firm EQT Partners acquired SUSE from Micro Focus International, making SUSE an independent company once again. Currently, SUSE continues to innovate and expand its product portfolio to meet the evolving needs of its customers. It remains a key player in the open-source software market, known for its commitment to delivering reliable and flexible solutions that help organizations leverage the power of open-source technology.