A .Net CPU

An anonymous reader writes "Windows for devices has an article about the .Net CPU. The chip is programmed with a subset of the CLR and runs the same software as the SPOT smart watches. Among other things, "[t]he computer module is implemented in the format of a 32-pin "DIP" (dual inline package) chip, allowing the module to conveniently plug into a standard 32-pin DIP socket. In addition, the ".netcpu CPU Module" integrates 4MB of nonvolatile Flash memory (interfaced via an SPI interface on the SoC). It also provides 24 general purpose digital I/O lines, which are multiplexed with other functions including 8 VTU ports, a USB port, two serial ports, and SPI and I2C interfaces." More information about the product can be found at the .netcpu company website."

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Re:So

[nietzsche_freak]

It will mean that the Java Runtime is obsoleted by the .Net Runtime: Microsoft wins, again.

I doubt it.

.NET will never 'obsolete' anything; it's just a monopolist's shoddy attempt to wipe out Java.

I can't believe anybody is 'afraid' of these chips. I laughed out loud when I read the article.