Re: swap partition too small

[Tod McQuillin <devin@example.com>]

On Wed, 12 Jul 2000, Jim Tittsler wrote:

> You might also consider using a swap file.  'man mkswap'
> will explain the details.  Basically:
>   1. make a file the size of the swap space you want to add ('dd' is easy)
>   2. mkswap filename
>   3. swapon filename

Jim, this is a good suggestion.  It sounds like exactly like what was
needed.  That said...

Why does linux have to have its swap space initialised with mkswap before
use?  Most other unix just starts scribbling on the swap without concern
for what's there already.

It wouldn't be that big a deal (normally you only do it once) but it makes
it a pain to dual-boot with another unix and share the same swap
partition.
-- 
Tod McQuillin