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From: Thomas Gleixner <tglx@linutronix.de>
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Kevin,

On Sun, Dec 12 2021 at 02:14, Kevin Tian wrote:
>> From: Thomas Gleixner <tglx@linutronix.de>
> I just continue the thought practice along that direction to see what
> the host flow will be like (step by step). Looking at the current 
> implementation is just one necessary step in my thought practice to 
> help refine the picture. When I found something which may be 
> worth being aligned then I shared to avoid follow a wrong direction 
> too far.
>
> If both of your think it simply adds noise to this discussion, I can
> surely hold back and focus on 'concept' only.

All good. We _want_ your participartion for sure. Comparing and
contrasting it to the existing flow is fine.

Thanks,

        tglx