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Disable atime

Posted: Mon May 07, 2007 12:55 am
by alex.barylski
I want to disable atime as my server is primarily a web server and so atimes will likely be updated like crazy. Before I do so, can anyone think of any programs which might be affected?

I think most applications would rely on mtime, except maybe statistic tools which inform you of antiquated files??? Anyways, should I reconsider switching this off, if so, can you actually name a single application that you know of which this would affect?