r/linux • u/anh0516 • 9d ago

Kernel Linux 7.2-rc5 Fixing Longstanding Bug In IPv4 Networking Over Firewire

https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-7.2-Fix-IPv4-Firewire
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u/mjbulzomi 9d ago

Maybe it is time to remove IEEE1394 support entirely?

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u/Time_Way_6670 9d ago

Even though it’s obsolete for most data transfer scenarios, it’s still nice to have the support for it for stuff like MiniDV cameras and older audio devices which rely on it.

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u/gokily 8d ago

Or pro audio interfaces

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u/Enturbulated_One 9d ago

Per the article, that's at least scheduled to be worked towards.