FireWire Spec to Boost Data Speeds to 3.2 Gbps

Stony Stevenson writes "A new set of data transfer specs may reach new Firewire speed records. The new transfer version is called S3200 and builds on the earlier specification approved by the IEEE.' The technology will be able to use existing FireWire 800 cables and connectors while delivering a major boost in performance. The new spec also will let users interconnect various home-networking appliances via coax cable, linking HDTVs with set-top boxes, TVs, and computers in various rooms around a home or office. The new release enables the transmission of FireWire data over distances of more than 100 meters. Home entertainment centers are likely to be an early application.'"

Comments

Too Little Too Late

[ChronoReverse]

USB 3.0 is slated for 2008. Optical connect, fully USB 2.0 compatible, 5GBPS. Barring a major mistake, Firewire is, again, DOA.

Re:Salvia

[Pojut]

Screw the mod that put this at offtopic. I am aware that Slashdot isn't Erowid.org, but this was a well written Salvia experience.