HyperSpace (software)
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| HyperSpace | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Phoenix Technologies |
| OS family | Unix-like |
| Marketing target | Embedded systems |
| Supported platforms | x86, ARM |
| Kernel type | Monolithic (Linux) |
| License | Proprietary |
| Official website | www.hyperspace.com |
Hyperspace is an instant-on Linux-based[1] operating system that has been developed by Phoenix Technologies.[2][3] It is an application environment that can run independently and side-by-side with a traditional operating system such as Red Hat Linux. Users are able to power their personal computers and immediately browse the Internet and perform other Web-based activities. HyperSpace's connectivity features automatically jump on the best network and are said to be automatically configured. Phoenix executives say this allows mobile PCs to work more like smartphones.[4]
In January 2009 Asus announced HyperSpace would be incorporated into its next-generation notebooks.[5] Hyperspace was re-launched at Consumer Electronics Show 2009.[6][7] The company announced that HyperSpace got optimized for Cortex-A8 ARM processor architecture little later.[8][9]
Overview
HyperSpace includes instant-on/instant-off access to applications, a power savings management system and a secure environment less prone to viruses, malware and other external attacks that generally target Windows. Users still have access to their most-used applications, such as a Web browser and e-mail, even when Windows or another OS is booting, shutting down, on standby or has crashed. It can also be used to avoid the security problems associated with using the Windows operating system, or for troubleshooting because HyperSpace is walled off and protected.
HyperSpace can also extend a notebook battery life by 25 %.[10] Potential applications for HyperSpace include Web browsers, instant-on multimedia players, IP soft phones, e-mail, instant messaging, VoIP, remote system maintenance, repair, and embedded security. The operating system will be read-only memory-based and as such may only apply to motherboards which have this operating system embedded.
Hybrid versus Dual
HyperSpace Hybrid allows a platform to run multiple operating systems (OS) and applications as independent, side-by-side environments.[11] This means one computer system can concurrently run both a Windows environment as well as a HyperSpace environment. Users have the ability to switch between the two environments in real time with one simple push of the 'F4' key.
HyperSpace Hybrid runs on PCs with Intel Vanderpool Technology (VT).[12] If the system is not outfitted with Intel VT, users may still be able to get HyperSpace. Most platforms and systems will support HyperSpace Dual. HyperSpace Dual runs on the same platform as Windows or any other OS. However, the environments do not operate concurrently. Users must shut down HyperSpace Dual to launch Windows, and vice versa.
Partnerships
See also
References
- ^ http://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=article&item=phoenix_hyperspace&num=1
- ^ HyperSpace OS on ASUS Laptops
- ^ Phoenix Technologies launches HyperSpace "instant on" embedded OS - Engadget
- ^ http://mobilitysite.com/2007/11/hyperspace-launches-windows-apps-fast/
- ^ http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2339217,00.asp
- ^ http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/prnewswire/200901060600PR_NEWS_USPR_____SF55729.htm
- ^ http://www.notebookreview.com/default.asp?newsID=4774
- ^ http://www.linuxdevices.com/news/NS5805419360.html
- ^ http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/090211/3835936en_public.html?.v=1
- ^ http://www.opera.com/press/releases/2008/11/05/
- ^ http://www.trustedreviews.com/pcs/news/2007/11/07/HyperSpace-Runs-Applications-While-Windows-Boots/p1
- ^ http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2009/012109-cool-tools.html
- ^ http://www.antara.co.id/en/arc/2008/3/26/phoenix-technologies-teams-with-cyberlink/