420: Choose Your Own Compiler
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Compiling the Linux kernel with Clang has never been easier, so we explore this alternative compiler and what it brings to the ecosystem. Plus Debian's continued init system debate, and our frustrations over 5G reporting. Links: 5G Underwhelms in Its First Big Test - WSJHow South Korea built 5G, and what it's learning - RCR Wireless NewsAfter seven months, here’s what South Korea can teach us about 5G - CNASouth Korea secures 4 million 5G subscribers | ZDNetDebian Developers Take To Voting Over Init System DiversityDebian GR ResultsGeneral Resolution: Init systems and systemdRinging In 2020 By Clang’ing The Linux 5.5 Kernel - Benchmarks Of GCC vs. Clang Built KernelsUsing LLVM Clang To Compile The Linux Kernel Is Heating Up Again Thanks To GoogleBuilding the kernel with Clang - LWNClangBuiltLinuxCompiling the Linux kernel with LLVM tools (FOSDEM 2019)
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