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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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Linux 7.0 merges perf tool changes adding support for AMD Zen 6 events and metrics.
Zen 6 core and uncore events are now supported by the perf tool.
Zen 5 MAC allocation events also receive a fix in the merge.
New perf sched stats tool supports record, report, and diff workflows.
Linux 7.0 improves data type profiling and vendor event handling.
The merged changes are part of the Linux 7.0 perf tool list.
AMD Zen 6 processors are referred to as Family 1Ah Model 50h-57h.
Perf changes target Linux developers and administrators profiling with perf.
The article notes Zen 6 support follows Zen 6 hardware publication.
Phoronix highlights broader Linux 7.0 perf tool changes and context.

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Linux 7.0-rc1 released signaling the end of the merge window and a feature-rich update.
The kernel adds broader enablement for Intel Nova Lake and Diamond Rapids processors.
AMD Zen 6 enablement is expanded, with enhanced driver support across platforms.
The update includes file-system improvements and performance optimizations.
Rust support is finalized in the context of broader language milestones.
Linux 7.0-rc1 will be cloned from git.kernel.org for testing and benchmarking.
Phoronix plans a feature overview and performance benchmarking ahead of a full release.
The release is positioned to influence upcoming Ubuntu and Fedora default kernel choices.
Linux 7.0-rc1 highlights include broader driver support and performance gains.
Linus Torvalds emphasizes the kernel's continued evolution and popularity among major Linux distributions.

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