[slim] Is slim still good in 2006 ?

The latest load/performance issues with SqueezeNetwork got me thinking... Is slim architecture still a good idea in 2006, when cheap embedded devices are getting more and more powerful? SqueezeNetwork provides ( so far ) little functionality. If the same functionality is available in firmware,

Re: [slim] Is slim still good in 2006 ?

Interesting thoughts. While embedded processors are getting cheaper and more powerful, they still can't come close to the power and flexibility of regular processors. Also there's the issue of firmware. Firmware changes in such devices are still limited and difficult. But software changes

Re: [slim] Is slim still good in 2006 ?

... The issues with SqueezeNetwork are another story. Only Slim knows how scalable it is. Obviously it's costing money - servers aren't free, nor is bandwidth! The breaking point will come when they are forced to start charging for the service. Now I like SqueezeNetwork, but if that