Sorry, I just read your reply Mike. I think that answers any curiosity I had. I appreciate it very much.
This is makes sense as I imagine it to be part of the problem GNU/Mach is trying to solve (separating components of the system better, and with more micro-managed permissions?).
Anyway, above and beyond explaining, both Mike and Philip.. Thx!
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