Messages in this thread | | | Date | Sat, 15 Dec 2001 16:56:32 +0000 (/etc/localtime) | From | <> | Subject | Re: the name "framebuffer" |
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On Fri, 14 Dec 2001, Mihai Cartoaje wrote: > As you may recall from chemistry classes, a buffer is a solutee that > reduces pH variations. Since the initials VGA in IBM's display > adapter stand for, "video graphics array," I recommend changing the > name of the devices from "framebuffer" to "video array." I shall > like to know what other people think.
I think you should have gone to McGill instead...
-- Gerhard Mack
gmack@innerfire.net
<>< As a computer I find your faith in technology amusing.
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