Linux 6.18: The Feature-Packed Foundation for 2025's Enterprise, Cloud, and Desktop Systems

 

Linux kernel 6.18 is now stable and expected to be the 2025 Long-Term Support (LTS) release. Our in-depth analysis covers the new Sheaves memory allocator, 50% faster UDP performance, Apple M2 support, Nouveau GSP default, and critical security updates for enterprise deployment.

Linux 6.18-rc4 Kernel Update: Critical AMD Zen 5 & Zen 6 Support Explained

 

Explore the key x86 fixes in Linux 6.18-rc4, including expanded AMD Zen 6 CPU support and a critical RDSEED security patch for Zen 5 architectures. This deep dive covers microcode updates, kernel configuration fixes, and what it means for enterprise systems and high-performance computing.

Linux Kernel 6.18-rc4 Released: A Deep Dive into Performance Fixes and AMD Zen Support

 

Explore the latest Linux 6.18-rc4 test release. Delve into critical AMD Zen 6 & Zen 5 fixes, graphics driver updates, and performance regressions. Get expert analysis on the Linux kernel development cycle and what it means for enterprise systems and data centers.

Resolving the Rust Formatting Conflict: How the Linux Kernel Team Addressed Torvalds' Critique

 

Discover how the Linux kernel team resolved Linus Torvalds' criticism of Rust format checking. This deep dive explores the rustfmt conflict, the trailing comment workaround, and what it means for Rust's future in Linux kernel development. Stay updated on Linux 6.18-rc2.