Recent Linux distributions and old kernels

[David A. Bandel]

Man-wai,

If space is an issue (sounds like it), perhaps what you need is a container
vice VM.  Take a look at docker, LXC, LXD.  They are similar (but not the
same).  If space is not the problem, then run a recent kernel in a VM (just
custom built).  Older kernels, if you can even build them, may contain all
kinds of security-related issues.

Bottom line, in today's security environment, do it right, or don't do it
at all.

David-

On Sun, Aug 14, 2016 at 11:30 PM, Man-wai Chang via Linux-users <
linux-users at linux-sxs.org> wrote:

> Did you come across a recent Linux distribution that allows you to install
> *OLD* kernels via official repositories?
>
> In a virtualization scenario, there is really no need to use those hot,
> new features and drivers in recent kernels. So it may be better to use
> older ones.
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