bryan vold wrote:
> At the Java-Linux BOF at JavaOne, Steve talked a little about some of the
> delays. What I got as one of the main problems was a very difficult
> problem of Linux native threads and signal-handling in the JVM. Steve said
> that they are not only just porting, but also trying to add value to the
> code by eliminating some of the more problematic code (read more
> Solaris-specific) to try to make future ports easier. This, in theory,
> should make all future ports easier and better (more portable code
> constructions). What is uncertain is whether or not Sun will incorporate
> some of the constructions that are a part of this port. I hope I'm not
> putting words in Steve's mouth, just trying to help out with more info.
Thanks! This is the sort of info that doesn't show up in the daily ZDNet
dispatches to the provinces.
Nathan
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