Membase, Inc., formerly known as NorthScale, Inc., has launched Membase Server 1.6 for general availability, marking a significant milestone for the company. The release highlights include the unification of Memcached and Membase bucket types, which offer a versatile solution for both data storage and caching, and support for both Linux and Windows operating systems in 32-bit and 64-bit versions, addressing a market gap for Windows users. The product is built on an open-source code base, with an Enterprise version available for production use, offering comprehensive support and allowing evaluation on multiple nodes. Membase.org, the community platform, has been revamped with improved documentation and navigation to support user engagement and development. The company is also introducing the Membase Network for better product management and support for subscribers. Despite the release, ongoing development promises additional features in future updates.