On: Fork() can fail: this is important (2014)

[tedunangst]

That seems like a really dumb analogy in this context. Calling kill(-1) is not the only possible response to fork() failing.

[korethr → tedunangst]

Not only is that a dumb analogy in this context, it's a plain dumb analogy. That's not how an altimeter works. Not only would you need an altimeter, but also fast and accurate GPS positioning, and current topographical maps of your area in order to know how far it is to the ground below that cliff.