`du` Command Outputs Incorrect Sizes in Ubuntu 25.10
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The 'du' command in Ubuntu 25.10 outputs incorrect sizes, sparking a discussion about compatibility with GNU version and POSIX standards.
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viraptor
about 2 months ago
It's not incorrect. Just incompatible with the gnu version. POSIX accepted both outputs.
verdverm
about 2 months ago
I noticed this issue the other day, never RCA'd it until now?
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