elemein
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blackkstar :
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Interesting perspective on it. I find that while the hardware all share the same ISA and architecture, the similarities, for the most part, end there-- kind of. They use different OSes, different APIs, and really; anything to do with the software is entirely different. The move to x86 was definitely for the reason you stated (as well as cost of course), and the porting is certainly easier with the same ISA. Though the porting isnt as easy as changing the label; though I'm sure you already knew that.
Personally though, I think the move to x86 was a step backwards. CISC is a nono. RISC is a yesyes. I hope ZISC becomes widespread before I die.
Anyways, Jaguar and gaming consoles are sortof irrelevant to the topic.
On another note, thanks for giving me that article on Mantle. I see some possible issues with Mantle but it probably won't be as bad as I imagine it and some good programming will eliminate most of the issues I imagine.
Either way; the basis rests, I dislike the FX module design (finally something OT.)