Linus Torvalds released the eighth release candidate (RC8) for the upcoming Linux Kernel version 6.19 on 1 February 2026. This release is the final RC in the 6.19 testing cycle. In the Linux 6.19-rc8 ...

Conclave doc outlines path to eternal releases The Linux kernel project has finally answered one of the biggest questions ...

After 34 years, the Linux kernel writes down a backup plan for the chaos if Torvalds exit suddenly ...

"In the absence of an agreed-upon process, the community would find itself playing Calvinball at an awkward time." ...

Live patching is a way of updating a running system without stopping it. It is best known as a technique for keeping Linux servers updated to the latest security levels without affecting downtime.

LKRG (short for Linux Kernel Runtime Guard) is a loadable kernel module that continuously monitors the health and integrity ...

According to Linux creator (and lead kernel developer) Linus Torvalds, Linux kernal "6.7 is (in number of commits: over 17k non-merge commits, with 1k+ merges) one of the largest kernel releases we've ...

Also in today’s open source roundup: DistroWatch reviews 4MLinux 21.0, and LinuxInsider reviews Ultimate Edition 5.4 Linux has made great strides over the years, advancing far beyond where it was when ...

Is the Linux kernel a security problem? Security is an ongoing issue for all operating systems, including Linux. While Linux has generally had a good reputation compared to Windows when it comes to ...