Michael Dexter wrote: >>here's a better idea: >>just use a standard install. It is very difficult to buy a <1G flash >>media anymore that isn't covered in dust, so it is hard (if not nearly >>impossible) to justify building a crippled system anymore. > > Nonsense. Many "new" embedded boards have limited flash memory soldered on.
Which Jetway product (see OP) would that be? Yes, there are people with very specialized HW that might benefit from a system based on OpenBSD code but drastically altered. Those people generally know who they are and what they are in for. They generally don't show up on OpenBSD mail lists asking for help (though they often show up offering diffs). The existence of these people with these projects does not mean it is an appropriate solution for people with relatively ordinary PCs capable of doing things in a very simple, effective and supported way simply by using commonly available low-cost parts. I think most of the developers are tired of seeing people shoot themselves in the foot then show up on the list complaining about blood loss. Pointing out that some people might have a justification for inflicting pain upon themselves only encourages harmful behavior. Nick.
