Comment by tylerl
6 years ago
This want a case of "purposely hinder", but rather the zfs nodule broke because of some kernel changes. The kernel is careful to never break userspace and never break its own merged modules. But if you're a third-party module then you're on your own. The kernel developers can't be responsible for maintaining compatibility with your stuff.
The changes conveniently accomplished nothing except for breaking ZFS. Furthermore, just because they don't officially support ZFS doesn't mean they must stonewall all the users who desire the improved compatibility. Reverting this small change would not be a declaration that ZFS is officially supported.