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In Reply to: RE: DEC VT100 was only an ASCII terminal. Thin clients are much more... posted by AbeCollins on June 13, 2009 at 01:19:42
I seem to recall that the VT100 had some graphics capability that the VT52 didn't.
So where does the code actually execute? Where do Aps live? Hmmm, I just consulted that world-renown font of accuracy: Wikipedia, and it sure sounds like a regression to a pure client-server model to me.
I suppose it's all in the eye of the beholder. For home use, which is currently the office too, I would like it. It's really a bother to set up a new computer. But on the other foot, the reliability of having individual systems that can operate independently is unbeatable. I can't imagine having real mission critical software that won't work if the internet is down. The internet is good for communications and entertainment, but all it takes is a few snipped fibers in San Jose and you're SOL.
In an office environment, well, it depends. Probably mostly upon the quality and attitude of the IT folks. RISK ALARM! RISK ALARM! But I've known a few good 'uns...
Rick
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