Bruce Dawson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Essentially, I want one processor to handle a request while the other
> processor is "busy". If Linux and hyperthreading can do that, then a
> hyperthreading CPU would be fine. Context switching is an issue on this
> traveling workstation - there will be some realtime visuals that must
> not "blip" when a (for instance) cron job starts - especially when
> slocate starts.
Would it be more cost-effective/prudent to use a standard single-CPU
laptop? When you start your realtime visual you could simply disable
cron. You could audit any "at" jobs beforehand as well, as well as
write a script to kill off any already running cron jobs. Etc.
Regards,
--kevin
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