Diagram showing difference between 32-bit and 64-bit binary alignmentproposals

[Matt Ball <Matthew.Ball@Sun.COM>]

Hi Folks,

I've put together a diagram that shows the difference between the 32-bit and 64-bit proposals in graphic detail.  For these types of comparisons, words don't quite express the idea as well as pictures do.

As the poll showed, the group is about halfway split between 32-bit and 64-bit, and I'm hoping that this diagram will show that the 64-bit proposal works just as well for 32-bit applications.   :)

With any luck we'll reach a conclusion via e-mail and will be able to have a quick vote in tomorrow's meeting to pick one of these proposals.  I do prefer the 64-bit option as more useful, but would be happy to approve the 32-bit version if that's the group's favorite.

Let me know if you have any comments or questions!

Cheers,
-Matt

Comparison between 32-bit and 64-bit KMIP binary alignmentproposals.pdf

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