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Sony Products That Run Embedded Linux

Posted by timothy on from the run-linux-run dept.

tbirdsaw writes "I was browsing for information on how to run Linux on the PS2 without a Linux Kit (they've stopped selling them in the U.S., AFAIK). While searching, I stumbled across Sony's Open Source Code website. They have quite a few products that run an embedded linux system, including some professional video switchers (MVS8000?) and at least several of their relatively new XDCAM disc-based video format decks. Might make for some hardware/firmware hacking in the near future?"

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  1. Great Idea! by grm_wnr · · Score: -1, Flamebait

    I always wanted to run a file server or a firewall on my $100000 (quick guess, might be decidedly more) video switcher! Also: Did you know that you can set fire to your house and then roast marshmellows on it? That is SOOO k3wl, dude!