PnP in 2.2

Philippe Rivard (rivardp@cyberus.ca)
Sun, 07 Dec 1997 12:42:07 -0500


Although augmenting the kernel development rate would seem like a good
idea, I don't believe it is. In my oppinion, it'd be better to have fully
functionnal, complete kernels before moving on. PnP, as has been
mentionned earlier, is almost vital in the kernel today. Most of the
hardware selling right now is PnP, therefore we should have a very strong
PnP support in the kernel. Not to say that the isapnp tools aren't good,
but they should at the very least be included in the kernel, to simplify
everyone's lives. It'll have to be done eventually, plus I think this is a
modification that many users were looking forward to in 2.2. Let's get PnP
included now, even if it takes more time.