On Fri, Sep 03, 2021 at 01:04:19AM +0100, Russell King (Oracle) wrote: > Removing a lock and then running the kernel is a down right stupid > way to test to see if a lock is necessary. > > That approach is like having built a iron bridge, covered it in paint, > then you remove most the bolts, and then test to see whether it's safe > for vehicles to travel over it by riding your bicycle across it and > declaring it safe. > > Sorry, but if you think "remove lock, run kernel, if it works fine > the lock is unnecessary" is a valid approach, then you've just > disqualified yourself from discussing this topic any further. > Locking is done by knowing the code and code analysis, not by > playing "does the code fail if I remove it" games. I am utterly > shocked that you think that this is a valid approach. ... and this is exactly why you will no longer get any attention from me on this topic. Good luck.
