Who invented SIGPIPE, and why did they think it was a good idea?

[grok_mctanys]

I've been working with Posix/Unix-like systems for years, and this keeps catching me out. Again and again. Every two or three years or so. And it's stupid

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[morecake]

I'm sorry, I have no useful input other than to giggle at 'yes | head'.

[grok_mctanys]

*Snort*!

Crikey, I didn't even spot that. Must be getting old...

[grok_mctanys]

What. The. Fuck?