Re: [s-h] Re: OSS driver cleanups.

gmack
2001-12-05T00:14:58Z

> There is another issue, that alsa mutes all volumes as default.
> I know that's what sometime annoying people. IMO, it's same on OSS
> anyway, since everyone needs to set up the mixer as he likes after
> start up.

That's not a bug that's a feature!

The drivers included in the 2.2.x and early 2.4.x series kernels(havn't
tested lately) cause a feedback loop on some laptops that continues until
the mixers are set. (usually 1 to 2 seconds during bootup) I'd *really*
prefer mute.

Gerhard