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diff --git a/lib/Kconfig b/lib/Kconfig index a8a775730c09..df872659ddd3 100644 --- a/lib/Kconfig +++ b/lib/Kconfig @@ -396,6 +396,39 @@ config CPU_RMAP config DQL bool +config GLOB + bool +# This actually supports modular compilation, but the module overhead +# is ridiculous for the amount of code involved. Until an out-of-tree +# driver asks for it, we'll just link it directly it into the kernel +# when required. Since we're ignoring out-of-tree users, there's also +# no need bother prompting for a manual decision: +# prompt "glob_match() function" + help + This option provides a glob_match function for performing + simple text pattern matching. It originated in the ATA code + to blacklist particular drive models, but other device drivers + may need similar functionality. + + All drivers in the Linux kernel tree that require this function + should automatically select this option. Say N unless you + are compiling an out-of tree driver which tells you that it + depends on this. + +config GLOB_SELFTEST + bool "glob self-test on init" + default n + depends on GLOB + help + This option enables a simple self-test of the glob_match + function on startup. It is primarily useful for people + working on the code to ensure they haven't introduced any + regressions. + + It only adds a little bit of code and slows kernel boot (or + module load) by a small amount, so you're welcome to play with + it, but you probably don't need it. + # # Netlink attribute parsing support is select'ed if needed # |