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  • Linus Torvalds added hidden tabs to Kconfig to challenge parsers that can't handle them.
  • Tabs were intentionally added to the common Kconfig file for page sizes to expose faulty parsers.
  • Torvalds believes parsers unable to handle tabs shouldn't be parsing kernel Kconfig files, aiming to force fixes.
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[-] VirtualOdour@sh.itjust.works 1 points 7 months ago

Yeah though I have to admit I like it when people self censor because I imagine them like a cute Ned Flanders all flustered 'well dang diddly h - e - double C!'

But yeah it's nice that platform's exist simply for people to express themselves rather than to serve as vehicles for advertising. I'll say fuck to celebrate that!

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