Screaming Penguin - Source Does Matter

hardwareCentral.com has an excellent article on the Transmeta Crusoe chip workings. This article clearly explains the difference in the Transmeta chips and how (and why) they perform "code morphing" to achieve x86 type operation on a smaller, cheaper, cooler and lower cost chip.

However, along with all of the benfits there are some serious performance concerns for the Transmeta design. Check the scoop via the linked article.   Transmeta's Crusoe, HotRod or Performance Hog?