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Binary-only kernel modules may be banned

Binary-only kernel modules may be banned

Posted Dec 14, 2006 7:32 UTC (Thu) by amando (guest, #36597)
In reply to: Binary-only kernel modules may be banned by moxfyre
Parent article: Binary-only kernel modules may be banned

> Who exactly needs 3D acceleration besides gamers and CAD professionals?

Developers of graphical simulations and advanced user interfaces.
Linux has a serious need for good 3D support. The current free drivers
are simply not good enough for advanced graphical work.


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