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2.6.13 Linux Kernel Released
LynuxFre@k writes "Linux Torvalds announced the release of the 2.6.13 Linux kernel. He noted that there was a major change to the x86 PCI code, and that while all bugs from the change were believed to be found during the release candidate phase, it's possible that some devices may have problems. From this release on, it is intended that major changes only be merged into the kernel within two weeks after a major release. The rest of the time will be spent fixing bugs, with the goal of both increasing overall stability and decreasing the amount of time between major releases. Download the latest Linux kernel from a kernel.org mirror."
When I looked at FreeBSD, I saw their 5.x development cycle slipped 3 years and the resulting release was so crap the're hastily trying to shove 6 out the door - not that it appears to be much better.
Their development lists and process is closed to outsiders and seems to have done a good job at driving away talent and installing politicians.
No, if I'm thankful for anything about Linux's development process, I'm thankful that it is nothing like "the BSDs".