Bernd Eckenfels wrote:
In article <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> you wrote:
I mean, nvidia people also use propietary code in the kernel (probably
violating the GPL anyway) and don't do such things.
The Linux kernel allows binary drivers, you just have to live with a limited
number of exported symbols and that the kernel is tainted. Which basically
means nobody sane can help you with corrupted kernel data structures.
Bernd
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Bernd,
Thanks for the accurate and reasonable response. I object to the use of
the word "tainted". This implies the
binary code is somehow infringing. I would suggest changing the word to
"non-GPL" or "Vendor Supported" since
this is more accurate. Just a suggestion.
Thanks
Jeff
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