Msg: 2222 *Conference*
04-02-92 06:57:56
From: LEX JENKINS
To : RICHARD HANSON
Subj: REPLY TO MSG #2219 (DISK-INTENSIVE PROGRAMS)
Hi, Rick, Well, that's pretty much what I figured. The philosophy of RAM/ROM based programming is fine. Until very recently it's been the only way to get true portability, since no moving parts are needed. I wonder whether a hybrid Model T - based around something akin to eme's extRAM - with the addition of MS-DOS compatibility, is feasible, marketing-wise. I mean, why not just dump the concept of portables with built-in drives and substitute powerful extRAM-like chips? Swap programs in and out of ROM/RAM, as needed, from your desktop drives at home/office. There's no reason, from an engineering standpoint, why all laptops can't be as thin and light as a WP-2, provided you're willing to sacrifice the LaserGasPlasmoTronicVGA battery-sucking display! Just a thought... <Lex>