Re: /dev/random problem on 2.6.12-rc1

[Yura Pakhuchiy]

On Thu, 2005-04-07 at 14:40 +0200, Patrice Martinez wrote:
> When  using a machine with a  2612-rc 1kernel, I encounter problems 
> reading /dev/random:
>  it simply nevers returns anything, and the process is blocked in the 
> read...
> The easiest way to see it is to type:
>  od < /dev/random
> 
> Any idea?

Because, /dev/random use user input, mouse movements and other things to
generate next random number. Use /dev/urandom if you want version that
will never block your machine.

Read "man 4 random" for details.

Best regards,
	Yura

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