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Re:Reworking 30 lines of Linux code could cut power use by u... by ori_b on Monday April 21, 2025 @04:13PM (#43755953)
Only if you're using busy polling. Very little software uses it, because it's only a good fit if you think pegging a CPU to reduce latency responding to packets is a good trade.
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Re:Reworking 30 lines of Linux code could cut power use by u... by tuetuopay on Monday April 21, 2025 @06:46PM (#43757330)
Yup, you’re right. I always forget this patch only applies to opted-in polling and not automatic polling for interrupt moderation.
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