Messages in this thread | | | Date | Sat, 18 Jul 1998 05:58:03 +0200 | From | ralf@uni-kobl ... | Subject | Re: Linux to replace Windows CE? |
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On Thu, Jul 16, 1998 at 10:22:08PM -0400, Billy Harvey wrote:
> > > Side note: According the the Windows CE FAQ, the VR4111 CPU is supported by > > > Windows CE in 32-bit mode only. > > > > Even M$ sometimes makes sensible decissions. 64bit for a handheld just > > doesn't cut it ...
> Why? > > Does it require more power? Is the speed of execution better? Is it that difficult with a "Real OS" [tm] to support 64 bits? > > Answers: No. No. No.
Is the memory footprint smaller? Do embedded or handheld applications need address space in the terabyte range? Do is make a price constrainted hardware design cheaper?
Answers: No. No. No.
Ralf
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