Platform Blends Windows XP And VxWorks

April 14, 2005

VxWin 3.0.1 adds support for the Windows XP Embedded Service Pack 2. This package from Kuka Controls allows Wind River's VxWorks real-time operating system to coexist with Windows XP Embedded on a single processor. With it, VxWorks applications can handle time-critical services while Windows XP deals with high-level applications and services. The new version supports the Windows XP extended hibernate mode and the Microsoft Target Designer. A new memory-allocation technique brings more flexibility to this task. Integration with Target Designer enables VxWin to be easily included in a customer-specific Windows image without manual installation, reducing errors and development time. A free 30-day evaluation download is available at Kuka Controls' Web site.

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