NPU

The upcoming Linux kernel version 7.1 will introduce restrictions on Intel Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to avoid exhaustion by individual programs. This change aims to manage resource usage more effectively. The update is reported by Phoronix, a site focused on Linux hardware and performance.

February 01, 2026 Reported by AI

The latest update to the Resources system monitor for Linux introduces support for tracking AMD Neural Processing Unit performance. This allows users to monitor Ryzen AI hardware alongside other system resources in real time. The release also includes refinements to memory reporting and reduced CPU overhead.