Alexrd Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Microsoft leaks details of Windows 8 and Windows 9 Microsoft is planning to make Windows 8 an 128-bit operating system, according to details leaked from the software giant's Research department. The discovery came to light after Microsoft Research employee, Robert Morgan, carelessly left details of his work on the social-networking site, LinkedIn. Source Microsoft mulling 128-bit versions of Windows 8, Windows 9 According to a supposed Microsoft Research employee's LinkedIn profile, Microsoft is working on 128-bit architecture compatibility with the Windows 8 and Windows 9 kernels. Consequently, the company is also forming relationships with major partners, including Intel, AMD, HP, and IBM. Source What do you think? Too soon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrrtoken Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 To be honest, I have a good feeling that this is nothing more than a nasty rumor, mainly because it's such a ridiculous idea... For one, there is no machine nearing the 64-bit hardware ceiling; no machine is even close to 16 exabytes of RAM, and there is no application or OS that requires specifications that high in calibre. Perhaps ten, twenty years from now we might see systems that are in terms of the hundreds of terabytes, but definitely not five or so. Secondly, the majority of the population still uses a 32-bit OS, due to either architecture constraints with their computer, or the fact that 32-bit was most convenient at the time. 64-bit support has only recently become the de facto standard in all new OEM-built systems, both hardware and software. Until a sizable majority of the market share makes the 64-bit switch, then there is no reason to even begin considering 128-bit support within desktop-oriented operating systems. That said, I'd rather see Microsoft make major revisions within the NT kernel, to address some of its glaring flaws: renovating or even completely gutting the registry; providing more out-of-the-box support for codecs and file formats, paritcularly open-source ones; actual detection of other open-source file systems, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexrd Posted November 1, 2009 Author Share Posted November 1, 2009 Perhaps ten, twenty years from now we might see systems that are in terms of the hundreds of terabytes, but definitely not five or so. I agree with you. I still think it's too soon for a 128-bit OS. However, I don't think that this is just a rumor. And the possible involvement of Intel, HP and AMD may help to justify it. Maybe new CPU's and GPU's to come? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 lolz.... Mr Emil Protalinski from Ars Technica is the main culprit here. He has since has his ar$e handed to him on a plate for reporting what could not even be substantiated as rumours as legitimate news I suggest everyone read this before they waste any more time on the x128 question: Excited about 128 bit "Windows 8"? Don't hold your breath Writer Grant Roberston deftly points out they key to the EPIC level of bullcrap being spun by Ars Technica here: I'll quote the guts of it: So, before Windows 8 for IA-128 becomes the digital equivalent of Sasquatch or the Loch Ness Monster, I figured it was prudent to point out the itty, bitty, tiny little problem that's keeping this story from having any basis in reality. There is no IA-128. The Abominable Snowman and the Easter Bunny could hold a press conference about the lost sex tapes of The Tooth Fairy and it would have more credibility than this rumor. In fact, calling it a rumor lends too much credence to the story. There may be a Robert Morgan, there certainly is a Windows 8, but there is no IA-128. IA-64 was Intel's joint venture with HP to create a next generation 64 bit server processor. Finally released far behind schedule, the Itanium line has been beset with problems. Poor performance, a lagging upgrade path, and poor vendor uptake have all conspired to create what John Dvorak recently called, "one of the great fiascoes of the last 50 years" So really, unless you see an announcement from Intel or AMD that are even thinking about a 128bit CPU... then any OS manufacturer thinking about supporting it is wasting its time. Quite frankly, outside of server and niche markets, x64 has barely been tapped. Why the fawning for 128 all of a sudden? It makes no sense. mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesusIsGonnaOwnSatan Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Quite frankly, outside of server and niche markets, x64 has barely been tapped. Why the fawning for 128 all of a sudden? It makes no sense. because its 64 TIMES TWO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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