Re: [PATCH RFC] char/tty_io: fix legacy pty name when more than 256pty devices are requested

[Alan Cox]

> True. Given the idea of using an unique algorithm to populate the
> namespace, I agree that your proposal is a good alternative.
> 
> I just sent the patch with the feedbacks I had. I tried to do my best
> to describe it in simple yet precise terms at devices.txt.

I really wouldn't worry too much. I'm not aware of a single
distribution which still uses the old BSD style pty devices. So its not
as if this is anything but a theoretical problem being addressed.


Alan
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