Because it's stupid, divisive, and it sends a very strong signal to
the world that Linux will not tolerate any third-party development
efforts.
If the Linux device driver interface is reworked to follow UDI, the
Linux community wins. Nobody will lose rights to their GPLed
modules, and we'll get driver support for devices that come from
vendors who don't care to develop and release code for Linux.
If a project will make Unix a more viable alternative to the other
operating systems, it's A Good Thing even if it comes from Redmond,
Washington. What's important is that Unix Wins, not that the Other
Unices Lose[1].
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david parsons \bi/ [1: I know it's traditional for Unix to snatch
\/ defeat from the jaws of victory, but I'm
not willing to retire yet.]
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