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Lew · 11-05-2011, 20:12

In general Linux (and other UNIX) kernels are very stable and rarely require rebooting. However, the TiVo UI that sits on top of the kernel could very well benefit from being rebooted every now and then. The kernel can be performing perfectly but if the TiVo software has its knickers in a twist then you're going to see problems.

As for defragging, that depends on what filesystem is in use. Some handle fragmentation better than others. There's also the possible issue of cruft in TiVo's own internal databases. We don't know what (if any) housekeeping is done to keep it in tip-top condition. A poorly maintained database can get very slow.

11-05-2011, 20:12	#105
Lew Inactive Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fleet, Hampshire Age: 53 Services: VIP50, TiVo Posts: 2,869	Re: Tivo has just had a update but what update is it? In general Linux (and other UNIX) kernels are very stable and rarely require rebooting. However, the TiVo UI that sits on top of the kernel could very well benefit from being rebooted every now and then. The kernel can be performing perfectly but if the TiVo software has its knickers in a twist then you're going to see problems. As for defragging, that depends on what filesystem is in use. Some handle fragmentation better than others. There's also the possible issue of cruft in TiVo's own internal databases. We don't know what (if any) housekeeping is done to keep it in tip-top condition. A poorly maintained database can get very slow.