> But what if Linux where in the hardware biz? I am thinking along the lines
> of 'Free' GNU licenced CPU/Platform written in VHDL and developed along
> the lines of Linux (allcomers contribute via the net). Just a thought....
I've fantasized about this for years.
CPU, I/O bus, memory bus, the works - all designed GNU-style.
You'd need a company willing to manufacture it of course, to take
chances with their money until it becomes anywhere near mainstream.
I don't see this happening any time soon, but I wouldn't mind being
surprised.
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