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Binary-only kernel modules may be banned

Binary-only kernel modules may be banned

Posted Dec 14, 2006 10:24 UTC (Thu) by alriddoch (guest, #2249)
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?

How about developers of games and professional CAD software?

My day to day use absolutely requires good 3D acceleration. Unless I can get this from Linux I will have to change to a different platform. It would be a great source of sadness to have to switch to a proprietary OS, but I would have no choice other than to abandon my career.


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