This central component of a computer system is responsible for executing programs. The kernel takes responsibility for deciding at any time which of the many running programs should be allocated to the …

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Sep 22, 2025 · A kernel is the core part of an operating system. It acts as a bridge between software applications and the hardware of a computer. The kernel manages system resources, such as the …

Dec 3, 2025 · The stable release of Linux Kernel 6.18 was officially tagged on November 30, 2025. It’s expected to become this year’s major long-term support (LTS) kernel, something many users and …

Dec 1, 2025 · The Linux 6.18 stable kernel has officially been released, bringing a lot of major performance improvements and crucial hardware support. This new kernel is packed with features, …

Dec 4, 2025 · Linux kernel 6.18 gets the Tyr driver, bringing Rust-based GPU support for Arm Mali CSF GPUs. Jointly developed by Collabora, Google, and Arm, it is a Rust port of the Panthor driver. The …

May 4, 2025 · Explore the Linux kernel, from its core role within the operating system to the mechanisms it uses to manage processes, memory, file systems, and hardware.

Aug 1, 2024 · What is a kernel? A kernel is the essential foundation of a computer's operating system (OS). It's the core that provides basic services for all other parts of the OS.

Oct 5, 2023 · What Is a Kernel? A kernel is the central or essential part of a computer’s operating system. It’s the main layer between the software running on your computer and its hardware. Ahead, …

Dec 3, 2025 · The last new kernel release of 2025 is here, and it's looking likely this will be the new LTS kernel release. On the last Sunday of November, Linus Torvalds announced Linux 6.18, the kernel …