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"...the elapsed time when the processor is doing nothing..."

Yes. I asked the oracle:

"The term "real time" in this context refers to elapsed "wall clock" time, like using a stop watch. The total CPU time (user time + sys time) may be more or less than that value. Because a program may spend some time waiting and not executing at all (whether in user mode or system mode) the real time may be greater than the total CPU time. Because a program may fork children whose CPU times (both user and sys) are added to the values reported by the time command, but on a multicore system these tasks are run in parallel, the total CPU time may be greater than the real time."
"...justifies the premium prices you pay for Apple hardware."

Did you already order your first Mac ;-)

"...Do you remember when I said a few days ago..."

Indeed.

Best regards, Karl

Edit: Fixed typo.

P.S.: I'm thinking already about episode #3 of "Threads From Hell".

«The Crux of the Biscuit is the Apostrophe»

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by BrowserUk (Patriarch) on May 26, 2015 at 10:53 UTC
    Did you already order your first Mac

    I did say "somewhat".

    And no. There is nothing in this world that would persuade me to buy an unrepairable, unexpandable, fashion accessory computer with a 100%+ idiot tax.

    P.S.: I'm thinking already about episode #4 of "Threads From Hell"./i>

    Did I miss the 3rd installment?

    With the rise and rise of 'Social' network sites: 'Computers are making people easier to use everyday'
    Examine what is said, not who speaks -- Silence betokens consent -- Love the truth but pardon error.
    "Science is about questioning the status quo. Questioning authority". I'm with torvalds on this
    In the absence of evidence, opinion is indistinguishable from prejudice. Agile (and TDD) debunked
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        @BrowserUk

        For me, the reasons for going with a MacBook Pro back in 2013 are listed below.

        The 8+ hours of battery life is the main reason.

        A UNIX-based OS for the host OS. I like Parallels Desktop for running virtual machines. The other options are VMWare Fusion and Oracle Virtualbox.

        The iTerm app is awesome. The retina display which makes fonts look sharp also reduces stress on the eyes.

        Having 4 "true" cores is helpful, especially when testing the MCE module. All in all, have been pleased with the MBP.

        @BrowserUk

        I have read this thread over and over. My posts are valid. Thus, no funny numbers. :-)

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