Well, the Cell processor still isn't nearly as parallel as, for example, a graphics processor. It's still essentially a group of sequential processors. Yes, CPUs are becoming more and more parallel, but they are still geared towards executing linear code with frequent branches, and I don't think this is going to change in the forseeable future. I think that there's a lot of promise in putting what is essentially a very fast FPGA on a card and reconfiguring it on the fly for the task at hand. Then graphics processors and the like will be distributed as files. Imagine downloading the latest Nvidia card of off bittorrent for free. Weird thought.:)
I've been waiting for this for a while. It's the obvious next step in GPU design. I have a feeling GPUs are going to become more and more general, and eventually accelerate the majority of inherently parallel processes, while the CPU executes everything else. We don't even have to change the acronym. Just call it a "Generic Processing Unit"...
Not finished? I'll summarize it for you:
Linux is pretty neat.
Windows is neat too.
Macs are neat.
Why did this article get posted to slashdot? It's completely devoid of ANY information or insight.
First you learn to use Linux. Then you learn how to set up a source based distribution. Then you learn not to.;)
I'm joking of course, but dismissing binary distributions as "not for serious users" is a bit extreme. After you've used Linux long enough, you stop caring about little details, and just want it to use it with a minimum of fuss.
I don't know if anyone but me has noticed this, but Galactic Civilizations II (a recently released game), has absolutely no copy protection, and it's wonderful. No worries about losing my CD key, any sort of online authentication, or anything else. A great game, and a great set of developers.
Ugh. Why people insist on repeating the "Teh Core Duo Ist bUGGY!" is beyond me. All processors have bugs. The core duo is no more buggy than any other first run processor. Get over it.
I'm guessing the RIAA will drop the case anyway and try to find someone with a bit more cash on hand next time. She's flat broke, what use is she to them now? Wait, this is supposed to be about justice? My bad...
Why are we trying to regulate the sale of video games through law? If a kid is too young to buy a game, his PARENTS should be the one stopping him. If the parents don't notice a kid coming home and gleefully killing virtual hookers in his free time, then there's a bigger problem than "The store didn't enforce the age limit on this awfully violent videogame!"
Elementary Frankenstein design with PHP and MySQL: Arms everywhere, all with a different number of incompatible joints that, if improperly attached, are vulnerable to injections which cause them to attack the body they're attached to. Oh, and it can sprint like the wind, but sometimes pieces fall off, and are replaced by slightly different pieces, but you can't tell until the arm gets caught in the meat grinder where the creature works since it's become too long.
The first part of your comment is just plain dumb. I'm curious though as to why you think that evolution doesn't obey the laws of thermodynamics. Willing to explain?
Now all they need to figure out is how to get this solar/wind power working underwater and our sharks (dolphins?) really will have freakin' lasers!
Wait...
Glad to see both JACK and audio editing programs getting a little more attention. Although there's still a lot of room for improvement, the tools are really advancing rapidly. One of the things I find interesting is the Unix like philosophy behind most of the tools, especially their speed and scriptability. With the rate at which development is progressing, I imagine there will be some VERY powerful tools available in the next couple years. Here's to hoping movie studios start using Linux for audio too!
Might want to check up on the real statistics, just so you don't sound stupid. Oops, too late. Of course, this is slashdot, so you're well on your way to fitting in.;)
omg i love nerds. especially ones that love math. oh baby. oh baby. my name is beth.
Maybe this will turn out for the best.
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File sharing in the military could be a good thing. Hopefully the RIAA will make the mistake of trying to sue the military for copyright infringment, causing the US military to begin taking out "targets of opportunity" here in the US *cough Mitch Bainwol & Hilary Rosen cough*...
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Intelligent Design is a symptom, not the cause.
And yet, you just did...
And just when I thought reading comprehension on Slashdot couldn't get any worse...
I understand that. I more meant something FPGA-like in the sense of reconfigurable logic, not an actual FPGA.
Well, the Cell processor still isn't nearly as parallel as, for example, a graphics processor. It's still essentially a group of sequential processors. Yes, CPUs are becoming more and more parallel, but they are still geared towards executing linear code with frequent branches, and I don't think this is going to change in the forseeable future. I think that there's a lot of promise in putting what is essentially a very fast FPGA on a card and reconfiguring it on the fly for the task at hand. Then graphics processors and the like will be distributed as files. Imagine downloading the latest Nvidia card of off bittorrent for free. Weird thought. :)
I've been waiting for this for a while. It's the obvious next step in GPU design. I have a feeling GPUs are going to become more and more general, and eventually accelerate the majority of inherently parallel processes, while the CPU executes everything else. We don't even have to change the acronym. Just call it a "Generic Processing Unit"...
Not finished? I'll summarize it for you: Linux is pretty neat. Windows is neat too. Macs are neat. Why did this article get posted to slashdot? It's completely devoid of ANY information or insight.
First you learn to use Linux. Then you learn how to set up a source based distribution. Then you learn not to. ;)
I'm joking of course, but dismissing binary distributions as "not for serious users" is a bit extreme. After you've used Linux long enough, you stop caring about little details, and just want it to use it with a minimum of fuss.
I don't know if anyone but me has noticed this, but Galactic Civilizations II (a recently released game), has absolutely no copy protection, and it's wonderful. No worries about losing my CD key, any sort of online authentication, or anything else. A great game, and a great set of developers.
It's not an SSH file system. It's an encrypted filesystem. There's a difference.
Ugh. Why people insist on repeating the "Teh Core Duo Ist bUGGY!" is beyond me. All processors have bugs. The core duo is no more buggy than any other first run processor. Get over it.
I disagree. I got kind of excited when the one guy started talking about "applications spraying their goo all over the place".
This has nothing to do with games. Read the article.
It may be cool, but it's sure as hell not a review.
I'm guessing the RIAA will drop the case anyway and try to find someone with a bit more cash on hand next time. She's flat broke, what use is she to them now? Wait, this is supposed to be about justice? My bad...
Why are we trying to regulate the sale of video games through law? If a kid is too young to buy a game, his PARENTS should be the one stopping him. If the parents don't notice a kid coming home and gleefully killing virtual hookers in his free time, then there's a bigger problem than "The store didn't enforce the age limit on this awfully violent videogame!"
Elementary Frankenstein design with PHP and MySQL: Arms everywhere, all with a different number of incompatible joints that, if improperly attached, are vulnerable to injections which cause them to attack the body they're attached to. Oh, and it can sprint like the wind, but sometimes pieces fall off, and are replaced by slightly different pieces, but you can't tell until the arm gets caught in the meat grinder where the creature works since it's become too long.
Okay, I think I confused myself with that one...
The first part of your comment is just plain dumb. I'm curious though as to why you think that evolution doesn't obey the laws of thermodynamics. Willing to explain?
Now all they need to figure out is how to get this solar/wind power working underwater and our sharks (dolphins?) really will have freakin' lasers! Wait...
Portable Secret Porn! This will probably create some awkward public transportation encounters for me...
Glad to see both JACK and audio editing programs getting a little more attention. Although there's still a lot of room for improvement, the tools are really advancing rapidly. One of the things I find interesting is the Unix like philosophy behind most of the tools, especially their speed and scriptability. With the rate at which development is progressing, I imagine there will be some VERY powerful tools available in the next couple years. Here's to hoping movie studios start using Linux for audio too!
Might want to check up on the real statistics, just so you don't sound stupid. Oops, too late. Of course, this is slashdot, so you're well on your way to fitting in. ;)
You don't get out much, do you? Google the statistics, he's completely correct. Banning firearms has been a disaster for Australia.
omg i love nerds. especially ones that love math. oh baby. oh baby. my name is beth.
File sharing in the military could be a good thing. Hopefully the RIAA will make the mistake of trying to sue the military for copyright infringment, causing the US military to begin taking out "targets of opportunity" here in the US *cough Mitch Bainwol & Hilary Rosen cough*...