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Linus Torvalds jokingly ponders his successor as Linux boss
- Linus Torvalds jokes about finding a successor who isn’t afraid of numbers past the teens as Linux 7.0 RC1 arrives.
- The Register notes Torvalds’ plan to end each kernel series at x.19 and then move to y.0 for the next release.
- Linux 7.0 RC1 adds Rust support in the kernel and performance improvements for multiple architectures.
- The release notes mention improved performance on RISC-V and LoongArch and the removal of a 1990s-era ThinkPad modem driver.
- The Register highlights that the kernel release includes non-disruptive updates and faster cache clearing.
- Torvalds reiterates the community has a succession plan for post-Linus era to ensure continuity.
- The kernel 7.0 RC1 release prompts testers to build and boot to verify stability before final release.
- The article notes the release has a mix of features and quirks typical of major kernel updates.
- The report mentions ongoing coverage from kernel-watchers and Phoronix on Rust and architecture support.
- The piece emphasizes the historical plan for versioning and leadership within the Linux project.
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