Drivers

Intel engineers have developed a protocol and matching Linux driver to allow fast data movement between computers over USB4 or Thunderbolt cables without any networking setup.

March 04, 2026 Reported by AI

A Hackaday article details the challenges of getting a TP-Link Archer TX50U USB WiFi dongle working on Linux, requiring manual driver modifications. The device, equipped with a Realtek RTL8832CU chipset, did not attach to any driver upon plugging in. The author successfully resolved the issue by editing USB IDs in the driver source code and rebuilding it with DKMS.

Ferrari enters the 2026 Formula 1 season hoping to rebound from a challenging 2025 campaign that saw the team finish fourth in the standings without a victory. With drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton leading the effort, the Scuderia aims to capitalize on new technical regulations. The team shifted focus to 2026 preparations early, a decision its principal described as psychologically tough but necessary.

January 19, 2026 Reported by AI

The team once called Kick Sauber transitions to Audi for the 2026 Formula 1 season, retaining its driver lineup amid rising momentum. After a ninth-place finish in 2025, Audi aims to build on recent progress with experienced hands and fresh talent. The German manufacturer's debut as a full works team sets the stage for ambitious long-term goals.

The Linux kernel version 6.19 introduces support for module parameters in Rust-based drivers. This enhancement allows developers to pass runtime options to these drivers more flexibly. The update comes from ongoing efforts to integrate Rust into the Linux ecosystem.

December 03, 2025 Reported by AI

NVIDIA has released Linux driver version 590.44.01, which excludes support for the older GTX 900 and GTX 10 series graphics cards. This marks the end of regular updates for these Maxwell and Pascal-based GPUs on Linux systems. Users with these cards may need to revert to legacy drivers for continued compatibility.