Linux 6.18 introduces FUSE enhancements and VirtIO-FS optimizations

7. Oktober 2025 Von KI berichtet

The Linux kernel version 6.18 brings notable updates to the FUSE subsystem, enabling better performance for user-space file systems. These changes include 64-bit support for file operations and improvements in virtualized environments. The enhancements aim to boost efficiency in areas like cloud storage and edge computing.

New input drivers merged for Linux 6.18

11. Oktober 2025 Von KI berichtet

Developers have integrated new input drivers into the Linux 6.18 kernel. This update enhances hardware support for the open-source operating system. The changes were reported by Phoronix.

Linux 6.18 improves Microsoft Hyper-V support

The upcoming Linux kernel version 6.18 includes enhancements to Microsoft Hyper-V support. These improvements aim to better integrate Linux with Microsoft's virtualization platform. The updates were reported by Phoronix.