Luis Chamberlain sent out the modules changes today for the Linux 6.6 merge window. Most notable with the modules update is a change that better builds up the defenses against NVIDIA’s proprietary kernel driver from using GPL-only symbols. Or in other words, bits that only true open-source drivers should be utilizing and not proprietary kernel drivers like NVIDIA’s default Linux driver in respecting the original kernel code author’s intent.

Back in 2020 when the original defense was added, NVIDIA recommended avoiding the Linux 5.9 for the time being. They ended up having a supported driver several weeks later. It will be interesting to see this time how long Linux 6.6+ thwarts their kernel driver.

  • bankimu@lemm.ee
    529·
    1 year ago

    If it’s a dmca violation then sue them. Do not create software “defenses” and do not make my computer experience worse.

    • khi@lemmy.world
      18·
      1 year ago

      With what money are they supposed to fight the multi billion dollar mega corpo exactly with dozens of lawyers??

      Also, if they fight this in court then that would mean less money for development thus making your experience even worse….

      • bankimu@lemm.ee
        325·
        1 year ago

        Well then don’t! Revenge code which makes it worse for people who actually use Linux isn’t a way to do this.

        • Solar Bear@slrpnk.netEnglish
          222·
          1 year ago

          Nvidia shipping proprietary code is what makes it worse for people who actually use Linux. They should open source their driver.

        • priapus@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
          162·
          1 year ago

          Yeah just roll over and set a precedent for large companies to violate the kernel’s license! It’s so much easier!