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> In addition to the shared backbone interface, there would need to be software written to make an almost-endless number of configurations work smoothly for the
by gumby 3y ago
> In addition to the shared backbone interface, there would need to be software written to make an almost-endless number of configurations work smoothly for the most demanding of users.
This describes modern devices connected via USB C or Thunderbolt, which in my experience works fine (eGPUs are a bit specific, but perhaps that will shake out). I don't think we're smarter today than back in the 68030 days; probably they would have worked it out. After all there have been any number of coprocessor cards for apple computers over the years.
- lloeki 3y agoThat, or really, closer in timeframe, PCI cards, except the shelf is internal. Also, Framework laptop. Or RPis with stackable HATs. I think the concept holds water, e.g thinking of the music realm, from pedalboards to a ton of USB devices (soundcards like Scarlett or Volt, DAS...) to standard rackable items like DACs/ADCs with a ton of IO.