I read that the GUI in windows XP (NT) is part of the kernel and this
for speed up reason.
I can't see how this decision will speed up the execution as every
interaction requires now a mode switch. whereas if it was in user
space, this overhed is avoided
Re: Rootkit and WindowsMe ... But rootkits for these systems exist. ... are just not interested in these systems because there is no reason.... a lot of companies are still using Windows 98 and Windows ... Unlike the NT kernel, Windows 98, ME implements no security. ... (microsoft.public.security.virus)
Re: PROOF: Windows makes you stupid ... What gui?... Is that some windows thing? ... available in a kernel pre-compiled by the manufacturer. ... you a watch icon when they fail to start! ... (comp.os.linux.misc)
Re: Freebsd vs. linux ...Blue screens are more of a popular myth ... > I abandoned any attempt to use a GUI.... but that is not a reason to use Winbugs. ... > rare for NT-based versions of Windows to ever crash at all. ... (freebsd-questions)
Re: [opensuse] KDE and GNOME: What exactly are they ... Unlike free software operating systems,... the bits the user sees and interacts with (the graphical user interface (GUI) ... - the windows, cursor, buttons, etc). ... The kernel is the back-office or the kitchen (in a ... (SuSE)
Re: umount ... However in Windows I do appreciate the clear message that this ... > Doesn't your GUI show a 'console' window? ... > produced by the kernel.... the kernel makes the message available to the GUI developers.... (Linux-Kernel)
