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Kernel 2.4.14 is out

Posted by chrisd on from the 14-and-counting dept.

MrSnivvel writes: "The new 2.4.14 kernel is out for the taking." It's in all the usual mirrors. Check out the ChangeLog and revel in the newness..

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  1. No.. by mandolin · · Score: 1, Troll
    After all, isn't the point of an OS to run *apps*?

    Nope, sorry, the chief reason for the existense of the kernel is to provide fodder for /. articles like this one. It also happens to a good compiler benchmark/regression suite, and the uptime dicksize wars it generates are fun, but really, the main reason is useless /. articles.

    You're the same person that likes to rag on Jon Katz every time he posts, aren't you? I don't think the editors were listening to you then either..

  2. From the changelog by SilentChris · · Score: 1, Troll
    "- me: clena up page dirty handling"

    English speak first language, yes?

    Honestly, anyone have an idea what he's saying?