Embedded Linux Crying Out for Standards

Zardon · May 17, 2002, 06:36 PM

"Linux is set to become the de facto standard in so-called 'embedded' devices like robotics, information appliances and automobile information systems, but fragmentation could prove a stumbling block, according to Inder Singh, chairman of the Embedded Linux Consortium (ELC).

"Linux is the only choice for product designers who want a powerful, open system and to still have some control over the choices they make, Singh said, but the lack of a rigid standard could drive companies to Windows CE if the situation isn't addressed..."

complete story http://news.zdnet.co.uk/story/0,,t272-s2110403,00.html

UberLord · May 21, 2002, 11:08 AM

It don't follow that - the LSB is predominantly about administration and useability - something that you should never have to do with embedded devices. And the GNU development tools are clever enough to work out what libraries are installed and where, so this is not a problem either

It's either classic ZD-Net FUD or the speaker doesn't know what he's talking about
Or I completely misread the article - hey - you never know

May 17, 2002, 06:36 PM	#1
Zardon DriverHeaven Founder Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 32,480 Rep Power: 177	Embedded Linux Crying Out for Standards "Linux is set to become the de facto standard in so-called 'embedded' devices like robotics, information appliances and automobile information systems, but fragmentation could prove a stumbling block, according to Inder Singh, chairman of the Embedded Linux Consortium (ELC). "Linux is the only choice for product designers who want a powerful, open system and to still have some control over the choices they make, Singh said, but the lack of a rigid standard could drive companies to Windows CE if the situation isn't addressed..." complete story http://news.zdnet.co.uk/story/0,,t272-s2110403,00.html

May 21, 2002, 11:08 AM	#2
UberLord A Legend in Underwear Join Date: May 2002 Location: Unknown Posts: 5,255 Rep Power: 70	It don't follow that - the LSB is predominantly about administration and useability - something that you should never have to do with embedded devices. And the GNU development tools are clever enough to work out what libraries are installed and where, so this is not a problem either It's either classic ZD-Net FUD or the speaker doesn't know what he's talking about Or I completely misread the article - hey - you never know __________________ Gentoo Linux - Developer (baselayout) Read my blog "I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer god than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours." Stephen Roberts