Re: [PATCH 0/3] Use "allowlist" and "denylist" tree-wide

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Hi Stolee,

On Wed, 13 Jul 2022, Derrick Stolee via GitGitGadget wrote:

> The terms "allowlist" and "denylist" are self-defining. One "allows" things
> while the other "denies" things.
>
> These are better terms over "whitelist" and "blacklist" which require prior
> knowledge of the terms or cultural expectations around what each color
> "means".

I agree that "allowlist" and "denylist" are much better terms. As you say,
they are more obvious even for non-native speakers, but we do want to take
the cultural implications into account and be mindful to avoid needlessly
controversial language.

Therefore, I am very much in favor of this patch series: ACK!

Thank you for putting in the work to make this happen,
Dscho




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