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SubjectRe: MOSIX and kernel mods.
On Sat, 27 Feb 1999, Dan Hollis wrote:

>> IMHO, this SUCKS. I say, *NO* thanks. Then Microsoft can put a
>> big 10Mb GPL'd mod in the kernel that provides what is needed for
>> their external embrace and extend addon binary modules, and we
>> are FUCKED.
>
>Last time I checked, Linus was not obligated to accept patches.

Obviously. The point is that using the hypothetical Microsoft
situation, Microsoft could devise a patch to the kernel which
does what they need, creating the interfaces/API's they need,
etc, and GPL it, releasing source. Then write a BINARY only
module which calls their GPL'd API. With their market clout, it
would be possible for this bastardized Linux version to rise in
popularity, possibly overtaking our standard kernel.

I can't see this happening anytime soon, but I wouldn't write it
off as a "it'll never happen".

At any rate, I was just expressing my opinion, nothing more, and
certainly not wishing to start flames.

Take care,
TTYL

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Computer Consultant Open Source advocate

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