Linux Kernel
Linux kernel community drafts contingency plan for replacing Linus Torvalds
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After more than 34 years, the Linux kernel community has outlined a preliminary contingency plan to replace creator Linus Torvalds as its maintainer. The initiative, described as a 'plan for a plan,' follows discussions at the 2025 Maintainers Summit amid concerns over an aging core group of contributors. It aims to ensure smooth transitions for the project's leadership.
The Linux kernel community has endorsed a contingency plan to manage leadership transitions. This strategy aims to maintain stability in the event that founder Linus Torvalds steps down from his role.
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