[Axiom-developer] Axiom 2.2 vs Axiom for Windows comparison

[Vladimir Bondarenko]

Hello all,

What is, at least approximately, the difference in computational
powers between the commercial AXIOM 2.2 (A22) and the current AXIOM,
Version of Tuesday November 30, 2004 for Windows (A4W)?

In other words, is A22, so to say, "stronger" computationally than
the recent A4W, that is, are there (large) layers of problems A22
can solve but A4W cannot?

Sure, I have my own A22/A4W powers comparison feeling taken from
articles and books and reading axiom-developer messages, as I never
had an extensive experience with A22. But it would be very enjoyable
to learn the opinions from the first hands, from the Axiom Developers.

Any help is highly appreciated, - much thanks in advance.


Best wishes,

Vladimir Bondarenko