Re: life extension of old computers thanks to opensource Contiki

["PZ" <skierpaul@yahoo.com>]

>I think that 8-bit processors are not really interesting anymore. The only
>reason to use an 8-bit processor might be that the systems and the processor
>are so simple, that there is a lot of educational value. Everyone can learn
>to understand a computer by starting on 8-bit processors.

Peter, you're missing one very large element: Nostalgia.  People like
to see what they're beloved 8-bit systems can do with new technology.
This was the whole basis behind the CFFA card; Richard Dryer didn't
even own a GS at the time.  The Uther card was designed to be run on
8bit Apple II systems as well, unlike the LanceGS.  So deeming a system
"worthwhile" to port contiki to isn't the way to go, its more the
passion of the user base.

- Paul