Windows 98, which isn’t as legendary as Windows XP but a revolutionary for the Windows operating system, hasn’t received updates in over 20 years, because why should it? It was not used anywhere. Is it not?
Not. Windows 98 is still used in space missions shipped years ago. In fact, the robot of the European Space Agency, which was sent 19 years ago to search for water on Mars, for the Windows 98 operating system after 19 years. have a new update†
Windows 98 got a new update, not on Earth but in space
The European Space Agency says the upcoming Windows 98 update will allow the spacecraft to study Mars and its moon Phobos at more detailed levels. told† As part of the Mars Express mission, the Mars Advanced Underground and Ionospheric Sounding (MARSIS) instrument, which is headed to Mars, will use its 40-meter antenna to transmit low-frequency radio waves to the planet. Sending†
Most of these waves are reflected from the planet’s surface, but significant amounts pass through the crust and between various layers of matter beneath the surface, including ice, soil, rock and water. reflected in the borders†
By studying the reflected signals, scientists can map the structure beneath the Martian surface to a depth of several kilometers and examine features such as the thickness and composition of polar caps and the properties of volcanic and sedimentary rocks.
The space agency didn’t go into detail about the specs of the hardware that received the update, but it’s likely on the device. Pentium 90 processor, so you could potentially play classic games like Doom on that spacecraft. Besides discovering the secrets of Mars of course. What do you think? Please don’t forget to share your thoughts with us in the comments.
Source: Web Tekno
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