Frans~
Problem here is that AMD is not a subarchitecture. AFAIK a subarchitecture
needs different kernel support from other subarchitectures. As an AMD
processor is x86 compatible, it is not a subarchitecture but just an x86
processor from a manufacturer other than Intel..
yes i agree that AMD is not technically a subarchitecture, but
currently the row titled "Intel X-86 based" includes no mention
whatsoever that perhaps Intel X-86 based includes non-intel clones.
perhaps there would be another way to clarify all of this? i don't
know. all i know is that if you are a newbie and you want to find out
if debian runs on AMD (or VIA or whatever clone you have) there is no
fast and easy way to glean this information.
Also, even if AMD is currently the most common x86 clone, it is not the
only one (certainly not historically).
yes i understand, i think most common clones should be listed in this
table or at least noted on the top pages and not buried in the
sub-sub-heading of a doc underneath the main architecture table.
*smile* i hope this is taken as constructive criticism! i actually run
debian on a p4 and a p3 and a powerpc, but someone who was thinking of
installing debian wanted to know if amd was supported after a long hunt
through the website.
thanks!
fabienne
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