Two Kernels: Sync/Async [pem01]

[Michael David WINIKOFF]

> I do agree that it is possible to simulate each IPC
> form with the other, though I believe simulating sync
> IPC out of async IPC is like using a steam hammer to 
> crack a nut ... but that's IMHO ... ;-)

Yes, however trying to simulate async using sync is much much worse
(you resort to having either 
	(a) ugly hacks in the kernel
	(b) Extra processes floating around who's sole task is to merge 
		event streams
)
Michael

> 
> cheers,
> 
> Peter
>