In this article at ZDNet (UK), Matthew Broersma examines the state of Embedded Linux and the possibility of fragmentation in some areas of this emerging industry. . .

” . . . 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 . . . “

” . . . Fragmentation particularly affects 'real time' versions of Linux, where there is no response lag time, as Linux vendors have to modify the Linux kernel in various ways to make it perform in a real-time environment. “The solutions are not all identical,” Singh said . . . ”

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