> > - reduce the memory size of the kernel footprint if you are only going to > > use a device that requires a firmware download every once in a while, > > but are going to use your Visor all the time. > > I'd still consider memory cheap these days for any system capable of > supporting a usb controller. Making them seperate modules has my > vote. Memory is not cheap on embedded and hand held systems that will run USB. Firmware via userspace seems the best approach > If a vendor wants to ship binary only drivers for a serial adaptor, > let them, they're likely to have to invest -more- work on their driver > because they'll have to do the porting/testing/maintenance/bugfixes They'll rapidly give up. The Linux API is stable for stable releases (except when we cant avoid it) the ABI is dependant on about 20 variables including compiler revision. They are their own problem and shouldnt colour decisions being made about the right technical solution --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
