[linux-lvm] Revised petition WAS: LVM in stock kernel!?

[Andreas Dilger <adilger enel ucalgary ca>]

Shane writes:
> - Integration with IBM's ADSM backup allows Linux machines to be backed up
>   "snapshot" style by simply syncing volumes and grabbing volume data.

I would like to learn specifically what this is before we post this list
anywhere.  I don't know of any "integration" with ADSM and Linux LVM.  I
don't think the current LVM supports mirrored LVs, so there is no possibility
of a snapshot of a filesystem...

> - The ability to add a sort of volume log allows almost instant volume
>   resyncing while maintaining an active data volume.

I don't think this is currently possible either with Linux LVM...  Let's
stick with what works before we go talking about features that don't
exist yet.

You can add me as a strong supporter of LVM for Linux.  I think any OS
that doesn't have LVM these days is a pain in the a**.

Cheers, Andreas
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