Re: [FT] Scale in Full Thrust

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On Thu, 7 Jun 2001, Tony Francis wrote:

> They explained how a simple model/1 computer could mass one tonne by
> equating it to a PC, which sits on a desk, next to which is a chair
for
> the operator. The table occupies one square on the deck plan, the
chair
> a second square - two squares, therefore one tonne of the ship is
> occupied.
> 
> I suspect this was a case of inventing a story to fit the facts :-)

It certainly sounds like a serious case of ignoring reality. What do you
mean, rack mounted computers? What do you mean, frigates are full of
them
today? ;)

Also sounds like they're confusing operator position (which you also had
to 'pay' for, if I recall correctly) with computer.

Cheers,

   Derk
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