Linux 7.1 introduces major networking improvements including hardware queue leasing and IPv6 changes
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Updated · Phoronix · Apr 24
Linux 7.1 introduces major networking improvements including hardware queue leasing and IPv6 changes
5 articles · Updated · Phoronix · Apr 24
Linux 7.1 now requires IPv6 as a kernel built-in, retires UDP-Lite, and adds support for new Realtek, Synopsys, AMD, Mediatek, and Qualcomm network hardware.
Key enhancements include zero-copy operations for containers, improved power management for AMD XGBE, and NPU offload support in Mediatek MT76 drivers, boosting performance and hardware compatibility.
These updates reflect Linux’s expanding role across embedded, desktop, and supercomputer environments, aiming to optimize networking performance and broaden hardware support for diverse deployments.
Can new zero-copy features finally let Linux networking outperform dedicated DPDK?
As Wi-Fi 7 arrives, is the kernel ready for 10GbE in every home?
Is AI-assisted development making the Linux kernel better or just more complex?
With UDP-Lite retired for a performance boost, what legacy code is next?
Does mandating built-in IPv6 create new attack surfaces for legacy systems?
How does direct hardware queue access for containers impact multi-tenant security?