Gamix

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Gamix is a set of specifications for an entertainment PC. This PC can be a traditional Windows-based computer that can play Gamix software, or it can be a less expensive console dedicated to only running Gamix software. The concept is to give the PC the same advantages of stability and simplicity for interactive entertainment software that the consoles by Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft have been offering for years. An important part of the Gamix specification is that Gamix software must boot from a CD or DVD- so that on a Windows-based PC, the Gamix software completely ignores any existing FAT32 or NTFS partitions. Gamix software requires the availability of USB 2.0 Flash memory, but can also support EXT3 as an option. The PC is inherently a more powerful and flexible platform than the consoles. More importantly, the PC is a much more accessible and affordable platform for hardware manufacturers, software developers, and publishers. It is unfortunate that for almost thirty years the PC has disappointed customers and retailers by never overcoming the complexities of installing and running entertainment software. As a result, PC-based entertainment software sales have declined despite the continued growth of PC hardware sales. Consumers have definitely voted with their pocketbooks, choosing to spend their money on the consoles for their home entertainment. This is happening at a crucial time in the market...

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