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Linux 6.18-rc1 released after smooth merge window
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Linus Torvalds has announced the release of Linux 6.18-rc1, marking the start of the release candidate phase for the upcoming kernel version. He described the preceding two-week merge window as 'one of the good merge windows,' noting its average size and lack of serious issues during testing. The kernel includes extensive driver updates and enhancements across various subsystems.
Initial Tenstorrent Blackhole support targets Linux 6.19
Developers are preparing initial support for Tenstorrent's Blackhole hardware in the Linux kernel. This integration is aimed at inclusion in the upcoming Linux 6.19 release. The effort focuses on enabling compatibility for this advanced computing platform.
Linux kernel disables default TPM bus encryption for performance
Developers of the Linux kernel have disabled TPM bus encryption by default in recent updates to address performance issues. This change, introduced after features in Linux 6.10, prioritizes efficiency over security in many use cases. The decision reflects community feedback on balancing protection against slowdowns in TPM-dependent operations.
New ntfsplus driver submitted for Linux kernel
Kernel developer Namjae Jeon has submitted a patch for ntfsplus, a modernized read-write NTFS driver for Linux. It aims to improve on the existing ntfs3 driver with better performance and cleaner code. Integration into the kernel remains uncertain pending review.
Linux kernel patch fixes Intel Chromebook performance regression
The Linux kernel community has merged a patch to address a serious performance regression affecting Intel-powered Chromebooks. The fix, incorporated ahead of the 6.18-rc3 release, targets issues in power management tied to Intel's hybrid CPU architectures. This resolution aims to improve CPU scaling and user experience on devices running Chrome OS.
Apple silicon USB 3 support queued for Linux 6.19
Support for USB 3 on Apple Silicon devices is being queued for inclusion in the upcoming Linux 6.19 kernel. This development aims to enhance hardware compatibility for Linux users on Apple hardware. The update comes from ongoing efforts in the open-source community.
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