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I really dislike the argument for recompiling a whole Kernel to getting something to run is a good thing... I would even say it's very good that Windows and Mac
by therealmarv 9y ago
I really dislike the argument for recompiling a whole Kernel to getting something to run is a good thing... I would even say it's very good that Windows and Mac don't need a whole Kernel recompilation for devices... just because Linux has this design for their hardware stack does not make it a good choice. Ever wanted to get custom hardware drivers working in Linux... it's insane and complicated you need to recompile your Kernel for that! Only good thing in Linux is that many hardware drivers are very good or at least good enough and plenty nowadays.
Nothing against Linux... but it's not always a holy grail of architecture!
- angelsl 9y agoYou don't. Use a kernel module.
- therealmarv 9y agoThat does not always work. Especially when you want to replace some existing drivers. I know...
- radarsat1 9y ago> I really dislike the argument for recompiling a whole Kernel to getting something to run is a good thing... I haven't had to do that in years. On the other hand, knowing that I could gives me peace of mind.
- therealmarv 9y agoMe neither. Just wanted to say that other choices have also benefits. It's not "Linux is always superior" in every regard.