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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.
A last-minute kernel crash on an AMD Phenom II system, triggered by an ACPI idle driver optimization, forced an urgent revert just before the Linux 6.18 stable release. Explore the technical details of the null pointer dereference, the reverted commit, and what this means for Linux kernel development and system stability.
Linux 6.18-rc7 is released, paving the way for the final 2025 LTS kernel. This update fixes critical MIPS RISC-V vendor IDs and enhances support for AYANEO, ASUS, Lenovo, and Alienware gaming hardware. Explore the latest kernel development insights.
Linux 6.18 kernel update fixes the dual-touchscreen issue on the AYANEO Flip DS handheld, enabling full Linux gaming. Explore the technical patch, its impact on Goodix drivers, and the future of high-end Linux gaming handhelds.
Linux 6.18-rc6 is released, paving the way for the stable kernel launch by November 30. Explore new audio hardware support, critical AMD Zen 5 microcode updates, and ARM64 performance fixes. Get the full technical breakdown and release timeline from kernel authority Linus Torvalds.
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.
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.
Linux 6.18-rc3 kernel is now available for testing, paving the way for the next stable LTS (Long Term Support) release. Explore critical security patches, performance regressions fixes for Intel Chromebooks, and new hardware support. Learn how this update impacts enterprise systems and data center infrastructure.
Explore the latest Asahi Linux progress report on Apple Silicon support. Discover kernel updates for M2 Pro/Max/Ultra, the Rust migration for the m1n1 bootloader, gaming advancements with Wine, and the current state of M3/M4 bring-up. A must-read for developers and enterprise users.
Linux 6.18-rc2 is released, paving the way for the next Long Term Support (LTS) kernel. Explore the critical fixes for AMD Zen, graphics drivers, and Rust code, along with Linus Torvalds' insights on the development cycle and stable release timeline.
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.
Linux 6.18 is set to be the 2024 LTS kernel, featuring major Rust code integration, new Intel & AMD hardware support, KVM CET virtualization, and DDoS mitigation. Our deep dive covers features, security, and performance benchmarks.
Explore the impact of Linux Kernel 6.18's enhanced Retpoline configuration, delivering a significant performance uplift for Intel and AMD CPUs. This deep dive covers Spectre V2 mitigation, the transition to fine-grained IBRS, and the resulting benchmark improvements for data centers and high-performance computing.
Discover the new ilist Python app in Linux Kernel 6.18's perf tools. This guide explores how Ian Rogers' Textual-based TUI simplifies browsing PMU events & metrics for developers & sysadmins, boosting system monitoring & performance tuning.
Explore the major IOMMU driver updates in Linux Kernel 6.18, featuring enhanced virtualization security for AMD SEV-SNP, 4-level paging for Apple M2 SoCs, ACPI support for RISC-V, and Intel VT-d specification compliance. This deep dive analyzes the performance and security implications for enterprise computing.
Explore the new Linux 6.18 Kconfig "transitional" keyword, a pivotal kernel development upgrade for seamless configuration management. Learn how this feature enhances system security, simplifies kernel hardening, and prevents build breakage for developers and sysadmins.
Linux 6.18 LTS kernel extends IEEE-1394 Firewire support until 2029 with crucial code refactoring. Explore the future of this legacy high-speed serial bus in enterprise and pro-audio environments. Discover maintenance insights from maintainer Takashi Sakamoto.
