posted on
Apr 28, 2007 01:31PM
To simplify (coming from a me, a very lay person on this), Ignite is a
completely different architecture. To create / test and apply this chip
in practical applications, Java (I beleive) has to be the predominant
language of use throughout the industry - presently, it is not.
(Now to look realy ignorant - I don't know what is the current language in use today.)
Whatever that language and manufacturing process is, it still allows
for chip creation quickly, with current tools and a large pool of
talent that is readily experienced.
From what I understand, chips created under the current architecture
will one day reach its limits on speed/performance. Also, as processing
speeds increase, the power requirements and manufacturing costs
increase.
This is where Ignite can step in - a different architecture, and it shines in price/performance.
I really need a CS/EE person (or Caseysan) to step in and sharpen the explanation...
JMHO....
Regards