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Subject: Raw vs. block device.  I'm confused.
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Date: Thu, 5-Jan-84 11:20:37 EST
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From:  Jonathan Payne <jpayne@bbn-vax>

Could somebody out there explain (completely) the difference between a
raw device and a block device?  Don't just say that raw devices are
faster 'cos I already know that.  Why two types?  Why doesn't adb'ing
a raw device work? (At least not when I tried.)  I think a lot of people
know part of the answer to my question, but if somebody knows EVERYTHING
I would appreciate a response.
	Thanks,
		J