Linux Kernel Ported to Webassembly – Demo Lets You Run It in Your Web Browser
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The Linux kernel has been ported to WebAssembly, allowing it to run in web browsers, showcasing the potential of WebAssembly technology; the community is intrigued by the technical achievement and its implications.
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> How does this compare to the c2w container2wasm approach?