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9 - Is It Worth It?

As you'd probably expect, I wouldn't be asking this question if the answer was no. The change to a portable library format shrinks programs considerably; one of mine went from 156k to 44k; since it included a great deal of graphics, I expect other programs to get even better results. The example program accompanying this article went from 116k to 32k - also about 1/4 the size. Smaller programs translate into more space available on a typical ebm, a real boon for consumers. And if you also choose to add in the new assembly language routines, users not only will see smaller executables, but also faster ones.

The ebm is a flexible system, unlike most other handheld computers, which have an unchangeable operating system. This can be hard to program for as newer models come out, since you need to program to the lowest common denominator for the greatest market share. The ebm is blessed with an upgradeable OS, making improved functionality simply a matter of software. While the upgrade for developers takes a little time, the effort for consumers is minimal, and with the benefits that are provided we know that the small effort we developers go to upgrade will be much appreciated.

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