On Tue, 12 Nov 2002 13:30, you wrote: > xc & relatives On further reflection, those fail before they start. However, if they're subject to an execute instruction I think you have difficulties.
Mind you, if you're contemplating a new CPU design, you can also consider a microcode update to an existing one. Years ago, Software AG had a Database Engine, AKA ESP, which was (I think) a Magnasson S/370 clone with extra jellyware, OS/VS1 (I think) and Adabas. It connected via CTC. Neale, do you know more about this? -- Cheers John Summerfield Microsoft's most solid OS: http://www.geocities.com/rcwoolley/ Join the "Linux Support by Small Businesses" list at http://mail.computerdatasafe.com.au/mailman/listinfo/lssb
