Linked by Thom Holwerda on Wed 7th Dec 2005 09:41 UTC, submitted by Sebastian Schildt
Sun announced plans to publish specifications for the UltraSPARC-based chip, including the source of the design expressed in Verilog, a verification suite and simulation models, instruction set architecture specification (UltraSPARC Architecture 2005) and a Solaris OS port. The goal is to enable community members to build on proven technology at a markedly lower cost and to innovate freely. The source code will be released under an Open Source Initiative (OSI)-approved open source license. The 'older' SPARC architectures were also open.
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"...I think this is a dumb move."I would just love for everyone to copy this design and let x86 finally die! And guess what, so even if AMD and Intel copy this chip, Sun still benefits from the support they can make from Solaris as Solaris fits on Niagria like a glove.Go Sun! I look forward to seeing more of their other great products.