increasing size of named pipe

[andrewg]

I was wondering if anyone out there knows how to increase the default size of a named pipe? I've noticed that Linux only allows a size of 4K.

Thanks,
Andrew

[error27]

I have to admit that I haven't got the slightest clue about what I'm talking about and was only introduced to computerization recently. But I love to learn.

Is 4k the max block size for a block fifo?

I would think you could create a char fifo and pass through many more than 4k characters.

Or even more than one block. It's probably faster that way.

Perhaps this question is better asked in programming script depot? Someone over there may know. If they complain about cross posting blame it on me.