Comment CF II and the interface spec (Score 1) 152
I have worked with compact flash designs for years, and CF II is nothing more than a slightly thicker version of the standard CF card everyone is familiar with (sometimes refered to as CF I). Also, the CF interface is very similar if not almost identical to ATA, hence it is very easy to tie these devices into an ATA/IDE controller.
As for a replacement for everyones computer, don't forget that these devices often do not have the same amount of RAM buffering found on traditional hard disks, and that performance often takes a back seat to overall size. Power drain will also be greater due to its mechanical nature. But all said, it would still be cool to use one of these in a PDA/camera.
As for a replacement for everyones computer, don't forget that these devices often do not have the same amount of RAM buffering found on traditional hard disks, and that performance often takes a back seat to overall size. Power drain will also be greater due to its mechanical nature. But all said, it would still be cool to use one of these in a PDA/camera.
