Kernel

Linux readies graphics driver fixes for 6.18-rc2

18 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

Developers have prepared fixes for Linux graphics drivers ahead of the 6.18-rc2 kernel release candidate. These updates target the Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) subsystem. The changes aim to stabilize graphics performance in the upcoming kernel version.

New ntfsplus driver submitted for Linux kernel

21 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

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.

Patches posted to allow hibernation cancellation on Linux

20 अक्टूबर 2025 Lisa Kern

Developers have submitted patches to enable the cancellation of hibernation processes on Linux systems. This update aims to improve user control over power management features. The proposal was reported by Phoronix.

Linus Torvalds releases Linux kernel 6.18 rc3

Linus Torvalds has released the third release candidate for Linux kernel 6.18, describing the development cycle as fairly normal. This build includes targeted fixes for SMBdirect and XFS filesystem, signaling progress toward a potential long-term support version. The release maintains a steady pace with minimal changes ahead of the stable version later this year.

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.