Zardon

"Linux is set to become the de facto standard in so-called 'embedded' devices like robotics, information appliances and automobile information systems, but fragmentation could prove a stumbling block, according to Inder Singh, chairman of the Embedded Linux Consortium (ELC).

"Linux is the only choice for product designers who want a powerful, open system and to still have some control over the choices they make, Singh said, but the lack of a rigid standard could drive companies to Windows CE if the situation isn't addressed..."

complete story http://news.zdnet.co.uk/story/0,,t272-s2110403,00.html

UberLord

It don't follow that - the LSB is predominantly about administration and useability - something that you should never have to do with embedded devices. And the GNU development tools are clever enough to work out what libraries are installed and where, so this is not a problem either

It's either classic ZD-Net FUD or the speaker doesn't know what he's talking about
Or I completely misread the article - hey - you never know

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