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Linux Kernel 2.6.24 Released

Posted by Soulskill on from the new-toys dept.

LinuxFan writes "Linus Torvalds has released the 2.6.24 Linux Kernel, noting that he and most of the other key Linux developers will be flying to a conference in Australia for the next week. As the whole team will be down under while the kernel is being tested by the masses, Linus added, "Let's hope it's a good one". What's new in the latest release includes an optimized CFQ scheduler, numerous new wireless drivers, tickless kernel support for the x86-64 and PPC architectures, and much more. Time to download and start compiling."

2 of 108 comments (clear)

  1. Re:Merge Window? by iMaple · · Score: 5, Funny

    There is a chance that some stupid airline CEO decided that their planes use The Evil Darklord's software for navigation. Of course we all know that noone would NEVER code a special condition in the software which says

    if(passenger_list.contains(entire_linux_kernel_team){
          flyinto(mount_everest);
          output_evil_voice("muhahahhaa");
    }

    On the other hand, there is nothing to worry about. This feature probably was shelved and is definitely going to be in the *next* version of the OS.

  2. I am really grateful for this release by eclectro · · Score: 5, Funny

    The weekend is almost here, and I am looking for something to do. I want to argue about the scheduler.

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    Take the cheese to sickbay, the doctor should see it as soon as possible - B'Elanna Torres, "Learning Curve"