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> amd64 was an attempt to "brand" the 64-bit version of x86 The "64-bit version of x86" is actually the new ISA created by AMD that was backwards compatible wi
by roqi 3y ago
> amd64 was an attempt to "brand" the 64-bit version of x86
The "64-bit version of x86" is actually the new ISA created by AMD that was backwards compatible with x86 and added a 64-bit mode.
I'm sure that you agree that the company that creates a ISA has the right to name it.
- JoshTriplett 3y agoThey have every right to say what they'd rather it be called, and others have every right to ignore them and use a generic name if they prefer.