Swap file on a raid five array, yes or no?

From: Ther Richardson (ther_richardson_at_hotmail.com)
Date: 05/04/04 

Date: Tue, 4 May 2004 12:03:49 -0400

What is the general consensus about having a swap file on a raid 5 array and
what reasons can you give for why you would or would not do it.

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