The idea of only having one of each file on a harddrive is hardly new - the Amiga (and loads of other computers) have had this system for eons.
A specific folder for different types of files (datatypes, fonts, drivers, etc) has been around since Amiga introduced them. One file, which every program accesses - at the same time if needs be - and which, if the installer knows its version is newer is replaced.
M$ is playing serious catchup to the rest of the industry. It may have nice new technology and up-to-date specifics but the way these items are used and implemented is straight out of the ice-age!
Do yourselves a favour M$ - take a look at the company Gateway Bought and then Sold on after taking the patents it wanted for a digital convergence machine, the Amiga!
Maw, haw, haw. Gutted now? No. Give it 6 months - you will be!
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I really have to laugh at M$ and gates.
The idea of only having one of each file on a harddrive is hardly new - the Amiga (and loads of other computers) have had this system for eons.
A specific folder for different types of files (datatypes, fonts, drivers, etc) has been around since Amiga introduced them. One file, which every program accesses - at the same time if needs be - and which, if the installer knows its version is newer is replaced.
M$ is playing serious catchup to the rest of the industry. It may have nice new technology and up-to-date specifics but the way these items are used and implemented is straight out of the ice-age!
Do yourselves a favour M$ - take a look at the company Gateway Bought and then Sold on after taking the patents it wanted for a digital convergence machine, the Amiga!
Maw, haw, haw. Gutted now? No. Give it 6 months - you will be!
TTFN all, (and please excuse my raving)
Bifford the Youngest