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1. hn_submit · 1790918078 · focus · HN ↗

   We need to switchover to microkernel operating systems ASAP or our entire computing infrastructure becomes a liability.

   There are good reasons for QNX becoming viable again in the automotive world. Linux / Android has so many vulnerabilities that it needs indefinite patching, which is unrealistic for any computing device but cars especially. Car makers are switching to QNX even though it costs them money.

   Weren't there rumours that intelligence agencies have been using microkernel operating systems for decades?

   1. TacticalCoder · 1790932331 · focus · HN ↗

      > Car makers are switching to QNX even though it costs them money.

      My car runs QNX for its infotainment/navi system but I had the impression that manufacturers were, sadly, moving away from QNX?

      1. hn_submit · 1790944916 · focus · HN ↗

         They found out that it wasn't prudent to use Linux / Android in their core vehicle software after cars were hacked and miscreants were able to control the brakes, steering and accelerator.

         I suppose they're only using QNX for critical functions. The infotainment system will probably continue to run Android.

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