[정보] 일본 세가 드림캐스트, 자바지원 발표

썬(SUN) 마이크로시스템즈에서 스콧맥닐리가 말했던 대형 게임기 컨슈머중
하나가 발표되었습니다. 바로 일본의 세가사의 드림캐스트였습니다.
솔직히, 예상외였습니다. 필립스와 함께 가전쪽에서 가장 썬(SUN)과 연관이
깊었던 소니의 플레이스테이션은 소니와 썬(SUN)과의 관계상 가장 먼저
발표될 것으로 예상하였었습니다. 이번에도 자바를 탑재한 심비안(핸드폰연합군)
의 소니측 핸드폰 탑재가 발표되었습니다. 어쩌면, 소니로써는 설마 MS와
관계깊은 세가(SEGA)에서 선수칠 줄은 몰랐는지도...
아시는바대로 세가(SEGA)의 드림캐스트는 WindowsCE를 최초로 탑재한 128BIT
게임기입니다. (그 멋진 3D게임인 버처파이터 3에서 다운현상을 겪은 일본
게이머들의 원성은 대단했죠..) 일단, X-BOX로 인하여 MS의 시장진입에 가장
큰 피해자가 될 것으로 예상되어온 세가(SEGA)의 경우 온라인시장으로 진입을
시도하며, 가장 큰 원군인 자바(JAVA)의 지원을 받게되었습니다.

반대로 썬(SUN)마이크로시스템즈는 이미 3개의 대형게임사중 2개의 게임기사인
소니(SONY)와 세가(SEGA)를 親 자바(JAVA)군으로 들여놓는 기염을 토하고 있으며,
특히 세가(SEGA)의 경우 최초의 WindowsCE OS탑재 게임기라는 명성에 걸맞는
승리를 썬(SUN)의 자바측에 몰고 왔습니다.

그린 비 한창우 ^.⌒★ 였습니다.

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Sun Microsystems: Planetweb, Sun Microsystems And Sega Join Forces to Bring
Java Platform Capabilities to The Consumer Electronic Device Market; Sega
Dreamcast Java Technology-Enabled Game Machine Announced

ScreamingMedia, M2 Communications
JUN 7, 2000, M2 Communications - SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- JavaOne[sm] Developer
Conference -- Planetweb, Sun Microsystems and Sega of America Dreamcast
announced, at the JavaOne Developer Conference, the launch of one of the
first mass produced consumer electronic products to deliver an enhanced
Internet experience running on the open, cross-platform technology licensed
from Sun Microsystems. Sega's top selling Sega Dreamcast[tm] gaming console
will feature Planetweb's implementation of the Java[tm] Virtual Machine (JVM),
a fully enabled PersonalJava[tm] technology solution for Internet appliances.

"In today's network centric world, anything with a 'digital heartbeat' is
being connected. Integrating Planetweb's implementation of the JVM powered
browser will place consumer products such as the Sega Dreamcast at the
heart of the convergence between entertainment, the Internet and
service delivery," said Patricia C. Sueltz, President, Sun Software Products
and Platforms.

"Java technology provides the platform for enhancing the user experience with
better Web fidelity, an enhanced gaming experience, and new Web-based
services." Planetweb's JVM implementation allows for easy customization
of content and applications by consumer electronic manufacturers and
application developers. The JVM translates code very efficiently and optimizes
full PersonalJava technology libraries for the Planetweb browser, ensuring
compatibility across platforms.

Information appliances are expected to reach a worldwide market value of $17.8
billion in 2004, up from $2.4 billion in 1999, according to IDC. As the
leader in providing open platform solutions, Planetweb is committed to
bringing the benefits of Java technology to content developers and
manufacturers of consumer electronic devices.

"Planetweb is pleased to be among the first software manufacturer to develop a
PersonalJava application environment for consumer electronic devices,"
said Ken Soohoo, co-founder, president and CEO of Planetweb. "Planetweb's
implementation of PersonalJava technology offers our OEM partners a
robust Internet enabling software that enriches the usefulness and product
life of consumer electronic devices." The Sega Dreamcast recently passed the
two million milestone for units sold -- making it the fastest and highest
selling Internet appliance in the U.S. Anticipating increased competition in
the interactive gaming category, Sega is staying ahead of the curve
with the release of the Planetweb V3.0 Sega Dreamcast browser planned for
release in September.

"We're committed to creating the ultimate gaming and online experience for
Dreamcast users," said Gabrielle Mitchell, director of marketing, Sega.com.
"The Planetweb Java technology powered browser will deliver
Dreamcast users access to enhanced gaming content, including Java
technology-based applications and games."

About Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Since its inception in 1982, a singular vision - The Network Is The
Computer[tm] - has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc.
(Nasdaq: SUNW), to its position as a leading provider of industrial-strength
hardware, software and services that power the Internet and allow companies
worldwide to dot-com their businesses. With $14.2 billion in annual
revenues, Sun can be found in more than 170 countries and on the World Wide
Web at http://www.sun.com.

About Sega Dreamcast The 128-bit Internet ready Sega Dreamcast is available in
the US with a built-in 56K modem, allowing for full Internet functionality via
SegaNet, the only high-speed online console gaming network and ISP service
for Sega Dreamcast and PC users. Sega Dreamcast currently has more than 80
titles available. The total Sega Dreamcast game library count will be
more than 200 in the year 2000.

About Sega Sega of America Dreamcast, Inc. is the U.S. arm of Tokyo,
Japan-based Sega Enterprises, Ltd. responsible for the development, marketing
and distribution of Sega videogame systems and videogames in the Americas.
Sega Enterprises, Ltd. is a nearly $2.5 billion company recognized as the
industry leader in interactive digital entertainment media, offering
interactive entertainment experiences both inside and outside the home. Sega
of America's World Wide Web site is located at www.sega.com.

About Planetweb Planetweb is an open platform provider of products,
applications and services for the Internet Appliance market.
The company creates an enhanced experience through Internet-enabled consumer
devices like console gaming systems, iDVD[tm] players, Interactive
Television, Set-top boxes, Internet kiosks and Web phones.

Planetweb is recognized for its cost effective and efficiently designed
Internet software solution, superior display technology, Java
multimedia technology, consumer-intuitive interfaces and Instant On[tm] portal
services and applications. Planetweb, a pre-IPO Internet software and
services company, is headquartered in Redwood Shores, Calif., and has offices
in Tokyo, Japan and London, England. Planetweb is available on the Internet
at www.planetweb.com.