UNIX V7

Warren Wolfe lists at databasics.us
Fri Jun 12 08:29:14 CDT 2009


Dave McGuire wrote:

>   Well, for "classic OSs".  Some of us are actually interested in the 
> hardware. ;)

Well, sure.   The hardware is there, although not progressing, either.  
But, the end result and purpose of computer hardware is to run 
software.  At least we've got THAT going for us.  If nothing else, 
having a functional equivalent emulator allows one to work out software 
for the hardware involved, and do it faster, on a "bigger" machine, so 
when the hardware comes up, you can just load it up and go...  Don't 
expect to make me feel guilty about being more easily able to enjoy my 
hobby than you.  Won't happen.  <Grin>  Now, bedtime...


Warren




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