GEFS on OpenBSD continues to improve

The Good Enough File System (GEFS) port to OpenBSD has seen significant progress with bug fixes and substantial changes implemented. Originally developed by 9front, the file system is being adapted to meet OpenBSD's needs for more modern storage solutions.

Userspace Tools

Recent developments include the completion of some userspace tools, with the mkfs command now functional on OpenBSD. However, snapshot control capabilities remain pending. Ori Bernstein mentioned plans for a userspace 'gefs' program to handle this feature, aiming to maintain an interface similar to the 9front ctl file.

Future Development

While major hurdles remain, some have already been addressed on the 9front side. The progress is clear and promising for OpenBSD, which has long needed a more modern file system. The continued development of GEFS represents a significant step forward for the platform's storage capabilities.