Kernel 6.8-rc2 debuts after very robust discussion about 'inodes'
  • Linus Torvalds criticized a Google contributor on the Linux kernel mailing list for his suggestions about filesystems.
  • The debate centered around the use of inodes as unique identifiers for metadata on a filesystem.
  • Torvalds’s strong language and tone in his response to the contributor were reminiscent of his past flippant attacks, for which he previously apologized.

Archive link: https://archive.ph/LP24s

  • TechNom (nobody)English
    15•5 months ago

    Torvalds really worked on his attitude and it shows. It’s pretty evident from his interviews that he doesn’t want the attention due to brash behavior. Even this news article is hyperbolic. He is just trying to get a point across. He’s pretty much self restrained otherwise.