And where does it? Almost nothing I write will get compiled down to native code. Linus is forgetting the immense volume of code that's written in Java, PHP, Python, C#, Ruby and dozens of other languages that rely on runtime interpreters.
I agree I will not even think of optimizing my code to run on POWER, SPARC, or ARM and that I won't care where my software runs enough to create a market for these, but I don't care enough to keep an x86 market either.
Having said that, it would be good for those who propose new architectures to ensure there is a ready supply of entry level machines for enthusiasts and early adopters. Seeding these groups will ensure their architectures and software is more thoroughly used and tested.
I agree I will not even think of optimizing my code to run on POWER, SPARC, or ARM and that I won't care where my software runs enough to create a market for these, but I don't care enough to keep an x86 market either.
Having said that, it would be good for those who propose new architectures to ensure there is a ready supply of entry level machines for enthusiasts and early adopters. Seeding these groups will ensure their architectures and software is more thoroughly used and tested.