Terry Blanton wrote:
Germanium has advantages over silicon.
Obsolete technology usually does have some advantages. It is rare that the new version is optimum in every way. That is why old and even ancient technology is almost immortal. A carpenter uses hand tools such as knives from time to time. Fishing boats still use sails for trawling. I have been completely dependent on computers since 1979 but I still use a pen and paper occasionally. As Arthur Clarke said, mankind never gives up a tool. I'll bet there are people who find it handy to use stone cutting tools.
- Jed
