IBM signs up Java accelerator start-up

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Wondering actual speedup factor

I am not sure whether such hardware will significantly boost server performance. Once just-in-time compiled, Java programs run at the same speed as C/C++ program. Often faster due to smarter compilers. Just-in-time compilation cost only once which is no problem with servers. Most performance problem will be with dynamic binding nature of Java.

Rather hardware solution is desirable with desktop solutions. Unfortunately due to the poor implementations, no much desktop Java applications exist. As a consequence demand in this desktop area is unlikely to occur as well.

It's very interesting to see how the company fares, given the niche nature of Java markets.

Posted by: Wagadonga   Posted on: 04/13/05 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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