-- >Slightly off topic, but the latest bf1942 linux beta has had some serious >issues (I think this is 99% bf code, rather than linux) but a few did some >serious compile tests, and found that making sure to turn off apm, and smp >in uniprocessor systems, lowered the cpu usage a noticable ammount. > >improvments have been noticed in the 2.5.x kernels... I dont know of anyone >trying the 2.2.x kernels though.
Adding to your off-topic post, the latest nix BF server now uses about 50% of the cpu the previous version used. It is now about equal to the resources used by 3.1.1.0.c. Not completely off-topic, we use 2.4.x and are running 3.1.1.0.c still. We tried a couple of the earlier BF releases and were horrified but the beta patch 7 turned that thing around. Were running a 32 slot that takes no more cpu than a TFC at 24 when full. It is kind of hard to compare because the maps vary load just like TFC but that is a pretty close estimate overall. Not to prop a competitors game on the Valve list, to be honest, I don't care for playing it (a wasted $52) and the admin tools just make you want to cry after using halfd. None the less, a 50% drop in cpu is impressive and I never thought I would see it happen. It has given me hope for 3.1.1.1.x. Rick -- --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.486 / Virus Database: 284 - Release Date: 5/29/2003 -- _______________________________________________ To unsubscribe, edit your list preferences, or view the list archives, please visit: http://list.valvesoftware.com/mailman/listinfo/hlds_linux
