Messages in this thread | | | Date | Fri, 1 Sep 2000 22:48:53 -0400 (EDT) | From | Michael Bacarella <> | Subject | thread rant |
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Q: Why do we need threads? A: Because on some operating systems, task switches are expensive.
Q: So, threads are a hack to get around operating systems that suck? A: Basically.
Q: So, why must Linux support threads? A1: : | A2: So other programs can be easily ported to Linux!
That can already happen. It's not the *best* implementation. It's not as fast as it can be. But it works. And that's all it should do. If you're not happy, cope.
"But threads on this system are faster than on Linux!"
The fact that the system implements threads speaks enough about it's capabilities. ie, it's trying hard to suck less. So, from my POV, we're looking to make Linux suck more by effectively emulating systems that are trying to suck less.
But, I've never done anything worthwhile for Linux, so take this for what it's worth, from an asshole.
-MB
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