atom feed3 messages in org.freebsd.freebsd-questionsRe: Fast File System & Symbolic Links
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Harvey AndersonApr 14, 1998 10:06 am 
Bruce A. MahApr 14, 1998 10:23 am 
Harvey AndersonApr 14, 1998 10:28 am 
Subject:Re: Fast File System & Symbolic Links
From:Harvey Anderson (hj@netscape.com)
Date:Apr 14, 1998 10:28:30 am
List:org.freebsd.freebsd-questions

Thank you.

Bruce A. Mah wrote:

If memory serves me right, Harvey Anderson wrote:

I'm looking for documentation that would show when BSD 4.2 was first released. there were features in BSD 4.2, namely symbolic links, that invalidate a software patent being asserted against us. in addition, where could I get a copy of BSD 4.2 and any related documentation. I looked at your site, which is great, but it focuses on 4.4. thanks for your help.

According to "The Design and Implementation of the 4.4BSD Operating System" (McKusick, Bostic, Karels, and Quarterman), BSD 4.2 was released in 1984 (see the chart on pp. 5-6). However, it also states that "the dates given are approximate".

(Actually, Chapter 1 of this book might be a good starting point for you.)

Bruce.

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