A package was submitted to savannah.gnu.org
This mail was sent to address@hidden, address@hidden
Bin Ren <address@hidden> described the package as follows:
License: gpl
Other License:
Package: Decentralized and Universal File System for Hurd
System name: dufs
Type: GNU
Description:
I\'d like to setup a project to design and implement distributed file system for GNU/Hurd. Since
Hurd is based upon GNU/Mach, which is a well-designed micro-kernel with inherent support for a
distributed system, a distributed file system can be the first yet significant step. Generally
speaking, it\'ll provide 2 functions: file interface and directory service. It\'s expected to be
completely decentralized with high reliability and security. Some cutting-edge technologies such as
\"Recovery-Oriented Computing\" and \"Recursive Recovery\" can be applied or
experiented. Cache consistency is also an essential issue. Besides, it should adapt well to both
local area high-throughput networks and wide area networks. It may finally incorporate FTPFS and
provide a uniform entry to various functions like Email and Web browsing.
The project doesn\'t exist yet. I\'m reading relevant source codes of FS and
Hurd. This complex task need contributions from various people and may take
quite some time. It\'s very very challenging and will introduce GNU/Hurd into a
new dimension: high performance clusters.
Other Software Required: