LINUX ON x86 DX or x86 SX

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From: Beau Deen
Date: Wed, 25 Oct 2000 00:00

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I have been told that linux won't run on a 486 SX because it has no FPU, but
will run on a 486 DX which has an FPU.  Is there any truth to what I have
been told?
Beau

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