Peter Fraser wrote:
In light of recent discussions about how to implement device
mirroring, it might be useful to describe an approach used
in Bull's GCOS8 operating system. (GCOS8 is a mainframe
operating system designed for the highest possible
reliability and dynamic replacement of parts.) The GCOS8
approach has been used since the late 1970's and I think it
works quite well. I'm not sure how compatible it might be
with OpenBSD, but it's worth mentioning.
<SNIP>
A lot of the discussion on this forum deals with the problem
of security against outside intruders. However, I've found
that security of data against accidents and mistakes is just
as important as defense against intrusion. A practical
method for mirroring disks can buy you a lot of peace of
mind.
Agreed, this was a good read and I agree that OpenBSD could benefit from
it. Now the only monster rearing its head is resources to put such a
beast in...
Brandon
