Title :
Putting a Slug to Work
Author :
Laufer, K. ; Thiruvathukal, George K. ; Nishimura, Ryohei ; Martinez-Eiroa, C.R.
Author_Institution :
Loyola Univ., Chicago, IL
Abstract :
Although novel architectures such as cell processors, graphics processors, and FPGAs are growing in popularity, conventional microprocessor designs pack a punch in a small footprint and are widely supported by commodity operating system and development tools. In this installment of Scientific Programming, we\´re going to talk about our initial foray into embedded Linux running on the slug, which is the pet name for the Linksys NSLU2, a home "appliance" aimed at providing network-attached storage.
Keywords :
Linux; microprocessor chips; storage management; Linksys NSLU2; embedded Linux; microprocessor design; network-attached storage; Hardware; Home appliances; Home automation; Home computing; Linux; Local area networks; Operating systems; Packaging; Portable computers; World Wide Web; NSLU2; Scientific programming; distributed systems; embedded systems; slug;
Journal_Title :
Computing in Science & Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/MCSE.2009.35
