embedded '/' in a filename???

[Seth H Zirin]

> Is it possible to create a file with an
> embedded '/' in its name ?

It is not possible to create such a file using "normal means".  The kernel
function which converts a path name into an inode pointer (namei) uses the
'/' (slash) as a delimiter for file name components (name pieces).

If you managed to embed a slash in the name of a file using extraordinary
means on its parent directory, it would be "rather difficult" to open (or
unlink, stat or mount on to name a few).

Why not consider using a backslash instead ?  With a backslash you'll only
have to battle the shell.

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