Topics discussed in the podcast include the forking of Nginx, VMware ending the free version of ESXi, concerns about ZFS encryption, and the challenges of D-Dupe in ZFS. They also tackle the use of multiple network interfaces on a NAS and share tips for setting up a NAS backup server with a wired connection to a desktop.
Forking of Nginx to FreeEngineX.org to maintain open-source nature and community-driven development.
Forking outcomes in open-source projects can be unpredictable, as seen in the adoption of MariaDB compared to MySQL.
Discontinuation of free ESXi version by VMware under Broadcom's ownership may alienate users and impact market influence.
Deep dives
Engine X Forked to Free Engine X
The original developer of Engine X, Maxim Dunin, announced the forking of Engine X to create a new project named FreeEngineX.org in response to the interference of F5, which acquired Engine X and deviated from the established security policy. This move aimed to maintain the free and open-source nature of Engine X development and avoid corporate influence, emphasizing the importance of community-driven projects.
MySQL vs. MariaDB Forking Dynamics
The podcast discusses the dynamics of forking in open-source projects by contrasting the experiences of MySQL with MariaDB. Despite expectations that MariaDB would gain widespread adoption after forking from MySQL, the community still predominantly uses MySQL. This highlights the unpredictable nature of forking outcomes within the open-source landscape.
VMware's Decision to End Free ESXi Version
VMware's decision to discontinue the free ESXi version, under Broadcom's ownership, raised concerns about its impact on the user base and potential market repercussions. The move was critiqued for alienating hobbyist users who could eventually advocate for VMware's paid services, potentially leading to a decline in market influence over time.
Challenges with ZFS Native Encryption Use
The podcast explores challenges related to ZFS native encryption, particularly issues with data corruption and bug reporting complexities. Encountering hard-to-hit bugs involving ZFS native encryption and snapshot replication underscores the importance of raising awareness and gathering detailed bug reports for effective resolution.
Innovative Solution to ZFS Deduplication Challenges
A new ZFS deduplication solution, 'fast D-Dupe,' developed by IX Systems and Clara, addresses long-standing performance issues associated with traditional D-Dupe functionality. By introducing an append-only log system and streamlining updates to the D-Dupe table, the fast D-Dupe significantly mitigates performance degradation, providing an improved user experience and operational efficiency.