[Info-vax] DNFS1ACP using 100% of CPU

[Stephen Hoffman]

On 2013-10-12 02:03:54 +0000, milton.baar at swoose.com.au said:

> On Saturday, October 12, 2013 12:12:15 PM UTC+11, Stephen Hoffman wrote:
> <snip>
>> That wouldn't be my choice, but then it's your box.
> 
> You are right about the VMS-sims :)  Apart from which, I have no 
> confidence in OSX being "safe" on the internet.

Empirically, the OS X Server configurations do work.  I am familiar 
with a number of Internet-exposed OS X Server boxes.

> On the other hand, OpenVMS has been running this website for over 10 
> years without a (security) hiccup.  Peace of mind - priceless!

You're correct that VMS is not a mass-market security target.  But when 
you're not a mass-market security target, there are some very nasty 
implications and risks that can arise, and that can surprise.   Some 
related reading <http://labs.hoffmanlabs.com/node/621>   
<http://labs.hoffmanlabs.com/node/1021>


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