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ARM-based products may be stuck on whatever kernel snapshot the board support package had. With x86_64 one can expect proper kernel security updates.
by hsivonen 8y ago
ARM-based products may be stuck on whatever kernel snapshot the board support package had. With x86_64 one can expect proper kernel security updates.
- ryacko 8y agoThere is insufficient demand for software warranties. It doesn’t seem unreasonable to ask for a warranty of at least two years, which means one would get two years plus how many additional years the product continues to be sold. Could even encourage security by using read-only flash, only a reboot is needed to clear any viruses.
- hsivonen 8y agoYou don't need a warranty to get kernel security patches _in practice_ if you run a mainstream distro on x86_64 hardware (which is available passively-cooled with low power consumption).
- walterbell 8y agoMicrosoft has proposed a model where they provide Linux security updates for 10 years, licensed separately from a device vendor that may go out of business. Let's see if Azure Sphere routers make it to market in 2019 - and at what price point. Maybe they can bundle the hardware in a single subscription service, or partner directly with cable companies.
- subway 8y agoThe boards I suggested are well supported in Mainline linux (though there are a couple minor patches that haven't yet been merged).