Threading model: Linux, MacOSX, Win32

Hi,
I've been searching these forums for topics regarding Java threading models for the three operating systems for which we build Java applications: Linux, MacOSX and Windows. So far, I've only got a clear picture on the Win32 environment. It uses native threads, which I'm told is best for performance.
My question is: what threading models do the virtual machines for Linux and MacOSX support these days? Are they working with socalled "green threads" or do they use the more powerful native threads as well? I can't seem to find any recent posts with information on this subject.
Thanks in advance

Here is an article that you might find interesting:
Programming Java threads in the real world
http://www.javaworld.com/javaworld/jw-09-1998/jw-09-threads.html
Jesper

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