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Linux 7.0 è stato confermato da Linus Torvalds: la nuova serie del kernel arriverà a metà aprile 2026, con il primo RC previsto per il 22 febbraio. #LinuxKernel #Linux70 #Torvalds #OpenSource #KernelDev
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Una nuova proposta esplora l’uso di modelli di machine learning in user‑space per assistere il comportamento del kernel Linux tramite un proxy ML leggero. #Linux #Kernel #MachineLearning #OpenSource #KernelDev #AI
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Will Rust replace C, or will they coexist? Many believe Rust's ability to significantly reduce critical bugs, especially memory errors, makes it an invaluable addition, suggesting a future where both play crucial roles. #KernelDev 6/6
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Another key technical point is Moss's aim for Linux ABI compatibility. This goal is crucial for running existing software but introduces significant design and implementation complexities to ensure seamless integration. #KernelDev 4/6
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Building a new OS like Ironclad isn't just a technical feat; it's a battle for ecosystem adoption. The discussion reveals the tension between cutting-edge verification and the practical demands of widespread use and community contribution. #KernelDev 6/6
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OS development's complexity isn't just fundamentals; it's the endless details & driver support. Modern x86_64 hardware adds layers of challenges, making solo OS projects like Visopsys an even more impressive feat. #KernelDev 4/5
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Other targets: Android kernels for mobile research, kernels with full eBPF support for advanced tracing, and vendor-patched kernels when testing firmware/driver bugs. Always follow legal & ethical rules — lab environment, consent, and backups. #InfoSec #KernelDev
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Rust's memory safety & concurrency features are a major draw for kernel development, reducing critical bugs. While integration into the Linux kernel faces challenges, the ongoing efforts show its potential for safer, more reliable systems. #KernelDev 3/6
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Progetti didattici sullo sviluppo low-level non sono comuni. Questo è sicuramente uno dei miei preferiti:
#kerneldev #systemprogramming #hacking
operating-system-in-1000-lines.vercel.app/en/
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🛠️ Exciting news for kernel developers! New tools "wprobes" & KStackWatch are changing debugging. Wprobes tracks memory, KStackWatch boosts stack detection. Let's tackle kernel complexities! 🚀 https://ow.ly/jPmU50X35sL #KernelDev #DebuggingTools
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Kernel maintainers argue 32-bit support adds complexity, slowing dev for most users. Older kernels still exist, & alternatives like NetBSD might continue 32-bit. It's a trade-off for progress. #KernelDev 3/6
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Contributing to the Linux kernel is tough. The community prioritizes stability & long-term maintainability over rapid innovation. This process, while ensuring robustness, can be a barrier for new projects & bug fixes. #KernelDev 6/6
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Technically, futexes often involve 32-bit limitations and heavily rely on atomic operations. Implementing complex synchronization primitives like condition variables and recursive locks atop futexes presents significant design challenges. #KernelDev 3/6
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The discussion dove into specific driver implementation choices, like using ioctls versus uring_cmd. These decisions are critical, balancing existing API compatibility with hardware constraints and performance needs in kernel development. #KernelDev 3/6
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Thanks to Huawei’s Baokun Li, block allocation code now scales much better — great news for multi-core, container-heavy systems. Benchmarks show big gains in fallocate ops & reduced file fragmentation (with a small trade-off in free space).
#Linux #EXT4 #Filesystem #KernelDev #Performance
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🔥 Industry pivot: Linux #kernel formalizes AI collaboration!
Sasha Levin's RFC introduces:
.ai-config standardization
Co-developed-by attribution
GPLv2 enforcement
Why this matters for FOSS: Read more:👉 tinyurl.com/mr3be4e9 #Linux #AI #DevOps #KernelDev
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It’s a solid intro to low-level development. If that’s your thing, you don’t want to miss this talk.
Secure your spot here ➡️ eurorust.eu/talks/a-mini...
#RustLang #OSDev #QEMU #KernelDev
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Overview: HN discussed Asterinas, a new Linux-compatible kernel written in Rust. It aims for memory safety and a smaller Trusted Computing Base (TCB). The community shared mixed views on its potential and challenges. #kerneldev 1/7
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The Linux kernel’s API stability problem might finally have a solution.
Sasha Levin’s new framework brings machine-readable API specs to the kernel, reducing undocumented breakages.
Key features:
Embedded macros
kapi tool for analysis
Read more: 👉 tinyurl.com/25k2799j #Linux #KernelDev
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Just in: Linux 6.16’s Kbuild update introduces granular control over GPL symbol exports with EXPORT_SYMBOL_GPL_FOR_MODULES.
Example: Limit preempt_notifier_inc to only KVM. 🔐
Read more:👉 tinyurl.com/mu379kwe #Tech #KernelDev
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Hot take: Rust in Linux 6.16 isn’t just for devs—it’s a CPM goldmine.
🔹 DRM/Ioctl = premium GPU ads
🔹 MM abstractions = cloud security buyers
🔹 PCI bindings = Dell/HP/Cisco traffic. Read more: 👇 tinyurl.com/49ytc8ax #KernelDev
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Just in: The #Linux kernel now handles eMMC/SD shutdowns properly—no more abrupt power cuts!
Why it matters:
✅ Safer for industrial devices
✅ Better storage longevity
✅ Key for enterprise reliabilityRead more: 👉 tinyurl.com/r9khnt5p #OpenSource #KernelDev
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Deep dive: How Google’s hardware-wrapped keys in Linux 6.16 (via fscrypt) could reshape enterprise security. Hint: It’s all about Qualcomm ICE + blk-crypto. /cc @ebiggers Read more:👉 tinyurl.com/2k3r9a6s #InfoSec #KernelDev
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Hot off the merge window: Linux 6.16’s VFS now handles filesystem freezing during suspend/resume. No more userspace guesswork!
👉 Key perk: Skips already-frozen FS (EBUSY), so your 500-ext4-server won’t fail resume. Read more: 👇 tinyurl.com/y8kwpjem #KernelDev #OpenSource
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3/14 C vs. Rust: @benwilber0 asks why UAF vulns still exist & suggests rewriting the kernel in Rust. 🦀🛡️ @eru proposes Agda for provably correct code (like seL4). The eternal debate continues! #MemorySafety #RustLang #KernelDev
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2/10 How does TacOS achieve process isolation? 🤔 UnmappedStack uses paging for virtual memory, giving each process its own address space. A round-robin scheduler switches tasks every 10ms! #KernelDev #ProcessIsolation #VirtualMemory
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📰 Linux Kernel Defence Map – Security Hardening Concepts
💬 Solid insights on low-level systems and vulnerabilities. A bit of skepticism on current strategies. 🤔 #KernelDev #Security
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43597264
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Requirements: *exist*
Meetings: *multiply*
Developers: "Talk is cheap, show me the code"
PR: *submitted*
For the doers in tech 💪
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#KernelDev #FOSS #CodeQuality
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