Working around dragons with the Lemote Yeeloong laptop and OpenBSD

This blog post by Cameron Kaiser explores the journey of using the Lemote Yeeloong laptop with OpenBSD, sharing insights on its development, technical challenges, and the broader significance of indigenous technology in China. The post combines personal experiences with an in-depth historical context, discussing MIPS architecture, the significance of the Loongson series, and the intricacies of installing and running OpenBSD on this unique hardware. It provides valuable lessons about open-source development, hardware capabilities, and the ongoing narrative of technology independence in China.