KernelTrap: Humor In Kernel Code | Linux Today

KernelTrap: Humor In Kernel Code

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Jan 7, 2003

“A recent query on the lkml asked for opinions as to what are
‘the most frightening pieces of the kernel.’ The many responses
offered more humor than fright, with a handful of snippets that
prove entertaining to read through. From colorful metaphors, to
burning printers, to happy meals…

“I suspect there’s plenty of other entertaining pieces of kernel
code to be shared. What else have you come across in your own
kernel efforts that brought you a smile? Please feel free to post
some snippets…”

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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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