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I ported Linux to the PS5 and turned it into a Steam Machine
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Linux has been successfully ported to the PS5, transforming the console into a Steam Machine. Grand Theft Auto V is running on this setup with enhanced ray tracing features.
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- Praise: Running Linux on the PS5 opens up exciting possibilities for custom software development, enhancing the utility of the hardware beyond gaming.
- Praise: The ability to utilize the PS5's GPU and RAM for AI models could lead to innovative applications, potentially democratizing access to powerful computing resources.
- Praise: The historical context of using PS3s as a supercomputer highlights the potential for cost-effective computing solutions with gaming hardware.
- Concern: There are concerns that many PS5 hardware features, like shared memory between CPU and GPU, may not be fully utilized without specific coding, limiting their effectiveness for advanced applications.