ya, saw that a few days ago there is a good reply to this at linuxdevices.com (editorial section) cheers Sayamindu
On Tue, 2001-12-18 at 14:55, soumit mukherjee wrote: > I know this may be an old news but still check this out at microsoft site. > > Why Microsoft Windows XP Embedded and Not Embedded Linux? > > > > > > > > > Selecting an operating system (OS) platform is one of the first decisions an >embedded developer must make for any given device design. Whether you are considering >migrating from a proprietary to commercial platform, or from one commercial platform >to another, the objectives are the same: accelerated time to market; a solid, >extensible OS core that can be used across all projects; superior technologies that >support differentiation and address emerging opportunities; and predictability over >the device lifecycle. In addition, you want it at the lowest possible total cost from >a reputable vendor who will support you throughout the process. > > For smart, connected, 32-bit devices requiring rich applications, Microsoft� >Windows� XP Embedded delivers six distinct advantages over Linux in the embedded >space: > > a.. Integrated: An all-inclusive, tool set that delivers faster OS and >application development time > b.. Comprehensive: An OS foundation with proven performance and reliability > c.. Unmatched: A technology portfolio for building the next generation of >devices > d.. Interoperable: Broad interoperability with Microsoft� .NET� enabled >applications and services that span devices, PCs, servers and the Web > e.. Proven: A long-term business model that is better aligned with your >business > f.. Global: A worldwide system to support and speed overall product >development > > > -- To unsubscribe, send mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the body "unsubscribe ilug-cal" and an empty subject line. FAQ: http://www.ilug-cal.org/help/faq_list.html
