* Yakov Lerner wrote, On 27/10/06 22:42: > I'd like to collect some estimates about 2.4 vs 2.6 share > in [small] linux routers in 2006. > > My own estimate is that definite majority is 2.4 (I'd say >75% ar 2.4), > in small linux routers in 2006. Can anyone offer his estimates ? > And if 2.4 is indeed more used than 2.6, than why ? Which factors make > 2.4 or 2.6 more attractive for small linux router (128-256 mb RAM) ? Upgrading router software must be performed by the customer and is a headache. The requirement for customers to upgrade router software usually relates to a customer support nightmare. So... when the software is working pretty well, vendors who weigh this headache and nightmare against the benefit of updating, the benefit - you can imagine - must be pretty great. Consider also how often a new router model line is released? How many base models of the routers you looked at for 2006 were totally new in 2006 and not extensions of 2005/2004 models? Sam
