To clarify, my message represented a genuine exploration of the idea of envisioning a new release.
--vic On Thu, Jan 25, 2024, at 10:01, Don Bailey wrote: > Breh. No. > > > > On Wed, Jan 24, 2024 at 7:45 PM <vic.thac...@fastmail.fm> wrote: > >> Dear 9fans, as enthusiasts and experts of Plan 9, you are undoubtedly >> aware of the unique position this operating system holds in the world of >> distributed computing. Its influence on modern computing paradigms is >> undeniable. In the spirit of continuing this legacy, the prospect of Plan 9 >> Release 5 beckons, offering a pathway to not just preserve but also enhance >> our beloved system. This essay aims to articulate the rationale for Plan 9 >> Release 5, focusing on the need for modernization, the potential for >> innovation, and the practical considerations that align with our shared >> passions and expertise. >> >> The Need for Modernization >> >> Technological Evolution: >> We've all witnessed the dramatic shifts in technology since Plan 9's last >> iteration. To keep Plan 9 at the forefront of utility and innovation, it's >> essential to adapt and update our system in line with the latest >> advancements in hardware, networking, and programming languages. This >> evolution is crucial to ensure that Plan 9 remains an indispensable tool in >> our modern tech toolkit. >> >> Security Enhancements: >> In our ever-connected world, the sophistication of cyber threats is a >> reality we cannot ignore. It is imperative that Plan 9 evolves to include >> cutting-edge security protocols, safeguarding our systems and the unique >> work we do from emerging cyber risks. >> >> Hardware Compatibility: >> The advent of new hardware architectures is an exciting challenge for us. >> Updating Plan 9 to support these new platforms means not only preserving >> its usability but also expanding our horizons to new forms of computing, >> something we, as 9fans, have always embraced. >> >> Fostering Innovation >> >> Research and Education: >> Plan 9’s novel approach to system design and distributed computing has >> always been a beacon for academic research and education. A new release >> would re-energize our academic endeavors, offering a modern platform for >> continued exploration and learning, pushing the boundaries of what we can >> achieve with Plan 9. >> >> Community Engagement: >> A new version of Plan 9 stands to reinvigorate our community. This is an >> opportunity to deepen our engagement, attract new talent, and foster a >> richer ecosystem around our shared passion. The development of Plan 9 >> Release 5 could be a rallying point for our community, sparking new >> collaborations and innovations. >> >> Showcasing Plan 9’s Potential: >> Plan 9 Release 5 would be a powerful statement of our system's >> capabilities, especially in burgeoning fields like cloud computing, IoT, >> and distributed systems. This is our chance to demonstrate the adaptability >> and forward-thinking design of Plan 9 to the wider world. >> >> Practical Considerations >> >> Resource Allocation: >> We understand the importance of efficient resource management in bringing >> Plan 9 Release 5 to fruition. This means tapping into our collective >> knowledge, drawing on community contributions, and possibly exploring new >> partnerships or funding avenues. >> >> Backward Compatibility: >> Maintaining backward compatibility is essential to honor our past work and >> ensure a smooth transition. We must respect the legacy of Plan 9 while >> charting a course for its future. >> >> Documentation and Support: >> Enhanced documentation and support are crucial for the success of this new >> release. As a community, we can collaborate to create resources that will >> aid in adoption and usability, ensuring Plan 9 Release 5 becomes a tool we >> can all be proud of. >> >> Conclusion >> >> The creation of Plan 9 Release 5 is more than a technological update; it’s >> a reaffirmation of our commitment to a system that has long been at the >> vanguard of computing innovation. This initiative is a step towards >> ensuring Plan 9's continued relevance, security, and functionality in the >> modern era. It's an opportunity to broaden its impact in the realms of >> research, education, and beyond. As 9fans, we have the passion, the >> knowledge, and the community to make this a reality, honoring the legacy of >> Plan 9 while shaping its future. Let's embark on this journey together, >> shaping the next chapter in the Plan 9 story. >> >> >> Thank you for dedicating your time and attention. >> --vic >> >> On Thu, Jan 25, 2024, at 05:48, Jacob Moody wrote: >> > On 1/24/24 14:28, Michael Grunditz wrote: >> >> I have looked at the reform code and I like how it is done. I think >> that it would be easy to use for porting 9legacy or in fact any system. But >> it is more work than a recompile. >> >> >> >> Michael >> > >> > It is certainly not drag and drop. Getting the arm64 compiler and >> > linker working on >> > 9legacy is already not what I would consider trivial due to drift in >> > /sys/src/cmd/cc. >> > So yes if you have enough understanding on how to work with and debug >> > the compiler, the linker, and >> > the kernel then perhaps you could call it "easy". I'll believe it when >> > I see it. >> > ------------------------------------------ 9fans: 9fans Permalink: https://9fans.topicbox.com/groups/9fans/T42f11e0265bcfa18-M9a4aa7f491a751314d02b1e5 Delivery options: https://9fans.topicbox.com/groups/9fans/subscription
