386 and 486 binaries observation

[Scott Ehrlich]

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> I don't believe there is a way to convert between them, but you could
> try to recompile your kernel to understand both formats.  It's surprising
> that it doesn't support the newer format already, however.  Presumably
> the executables you get now are newer format.  Perhaps you could just
> get a newer kernel -- one with boty NMAGIC and ZMAGIC support.

But I'm using kernel 1.2.8 already.  Hmmm.

> 
> Hope this helps.  I don't want to discourage you from buying a faster
> computer.  If this is the excuse you need, don't let me stand in your
> way, but I wouldn't think this should stop you from running whatever you
> want, albeit slowly.
> 
> 					Peace,
> 					Bill White
> 

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