In a message dated 11/1/01 3:20:38 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< So? It's called using the best tool for the job. For Pixar, that's a lot of SGI and NT boxes. >> The output is done on a film recorder. The rest of the processing can be done on any platform supported by the underlying program development tools. Obviously, the rendering tools aren't programmed in assembly language. And "portable" programming has been around for decades. A switch (a "port") from a Mac to an SGI or NT, while not trivial, is relatively straightforward. -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Macintosh? Get free email and more at Applelinks! <http://www.applelinks.com>
