A89: Survey for the next version of PlusShell
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A89: Survey for the next version of PlusShell
Should the next version of PlusShell default to outputting assembly programs
which require no kernel or libraries?
Many users are having problems with kernels, libraries, conversions, etc.,
etc. On the 82, 83, 85, and 86, there are no libraries, and using assembly
games is a piece of cake. With the huge capacity of the 89's memory, should
we really need to use libraries and/or kernels? Why not just use only the
built-in assembly support, saving everyone the effort of dealing with the
extra files?
It is also true that kernels have some advantages. With a kernel, it is
possible to have the ability to run Fargo and old PlusShell programs and
libraries directly, without any conversion. Crash protection (like in Doors
OS) can also be implemented more easily. But should the kernel be required
for running programs? It saves memory, but is it worth the extra effort and
confusion?
All this will not cause another change in the binary format of assembly
programs. The current format used by the latest versions of PlusShell and
Doors OS can easily be used to make "stand-alone" programs which require no
shell or kernel or libraries. The kernel and libraries will always be
included to allow users to use them if they choose to. There would be no
removal of features, just a change in the default. This default can be
overridden by recompilation or conversion if desired.
Please respond with your comments. Your ideas just might find their way
into the next version.
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