Re: [PATCH] Compile fixes for 2.4.0-test2

From: Matthew Vanecek (linuxguy@directlink.net)
Date: Sat Jun 24 2000 - 17:18:38 EST


Richard Gooch wrote:
>
> Tired of your 2.4.0-test2 kernel not compiling, even though you're
> using the recommended compiler and binutils? Or maybe you think
> Documentation/Changes is out of date, but no-one from On High has
> given a hint as to what you should be using?
>
> Then look no further. This patch brings 2.4.0-test2 closer to
> perfection.
>
> And may all those who use the latest, bleeding-edge compilers and
> binutils, and assume "All the world's a bleeding-edge
> eeeegcs/binutils+++" drown in the spit of a thousand camels.
>
> Regards,
>
> Richard....

How can 2.95.2 possibly be considered bleeding edge? And why should we
be forced to be stuck with old, obsolete compilers and utilities for
compiling our kernel? Shouldn't forward progress in the kernel include
supporting current stable compilers, like 2.95.2? Just because it's a
little more ANSI compliant than previous compilers shouldn't stop us
from using it.

The world moves on. Shouldn't we, also?

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