kernel maintenance

About this tag
The kernel maintenance tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Linux kernel releases and their relevance to Windows users. Recent content highlights Linux 7.1, released by Linus Torvalds, which includes a rewritten NTFS write driver, Steam Deck OLED audio fixes, Apple Silicon power reporting, AMD power-management changes, Intel FRED enablement, and removal of obsolete code. The tag focuses on how kernel updates impact cross-platform users, particularly those running Windows and Linux. Topics include filesystem compatibility, hardware support, and community decisions on code maintenance. This tag is useful for users interested in kernel development, Linux updates, and interoperability with Windows systems.
  1. Linux 7.1: New NTFS Write Driver, Steam Deck OLED Audio, Apple Silicon Power

    Linux 7.1 was released by Linus Torvalds on June 14, 2026, bringing a rewritten optional NTFS driver, Steam Deck OLED audio fixes, Apple Silicon battery reporting, AMD power-management changes, Intel FRED enablement, and a large purge of obsolete kernel code. The interesting part is not that...