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@@ -46,6 +46,11 @@ specific tasks, a kernel and drivers. Unlike the NT™, system does not feat
(HAL) between the physical hardware and the rest of the OS. Instead, XT architecture integrates a hardware specific code (HAL) between the physical hardware and the rest of the OS. Instead, XT architecture integrates a hardware specific code
with the kernel. with the kernel.
#### Why write a new operating system from scratch instead of forking an existing one like Linux or FreeBSD?
Building from scratch gives us the freedom to implement the XT architecture without fighting the legacy code. For example,
unlike classic NT systems, our architecture does not feature a separate Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL). We integrate
hardware specific code directly with the kernel.
#### Does ExectOS allow to use Windows drivers? #### Does ExectOS allow to use Windows drivers?
This is one of our goals. Thanks to the NT™ drivers compatibility layer provided by ExectOS, you should be able to This is one of our goals. Thanks to the NT™ drivers compatibility layer provided by ExectOS, you should be able to
install and use the same drivers as you can on Windows®. install and use the same drivers as you can on Windows®.
@@ -57,6 +62,11 @@ Yes. This is how it is tested on a bare metal (real hardware).
It depends. ExectOS is in early development stage and it is not recommended for everyday usage. At this point we cannot It depends. ExectOS is in early development stage and it is not recommended for everyday usage. At this point we cannot
guarantee anything. guarantee anything.
#### Is ExectOS ready for daily use?
Not yet. ExectOS is heavily under development and is currently aimed at OSdev enthusiasts and kernel developers. We have
successfully implemented core infrastructure, but running consumer applications reliably requires further development of
other essential subsystems.
#### When will feature X get added? #### When will feature X get added?
If you think an idea has merit, you may choose to discuss it on [Discord Server](https://discord.com/invite/zBzJ5qMGX7). If you think an idea has merit, you may choose to discuss it on [Discord Server](https://discord.com/invite/zBzJ5qMGX7).
However, the best way to get a feature added to ExectOS is to implement it yourself. However, the best way to get a feature added to ExectOS is to implement it yourself.
@@ -103,3 +113,9 @@ world. Everyone is invited to join, use, and contribute to ExectOS, fostering a
#### Which license does ExectOS use? #### Which license does ExectOS use?
ExectOS is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3. ExectOS is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.
#### Why is ExectOS published under the GPLv3 license rather than the EUPL?
While EUPL is a great license, GPLv3 offers two massive advantages for an OS project: global reach and seamless integration.
GPLv3 is instantly recognized by developers all over the world, which encourages international contributions. More
importantly, using GPLv3 allows us to safely and easily integrate with the vast majority of existing open-source projects
and libraries.