Liquorix Linux Kernel 7.1-3 Brings Project-C Scheduler to Linux 7.1

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Liquorix Linux Kernel 7.1-3 has been released, marking the project's transition to the Linux 7.1 mainline and integrating the Project-C low-latency scheduler. This update includes significant upstream fixes and enhancements for memory management, particularly with transparent hugepages, offering better performance for databases and audio production workloads. The release reflects active development, with previous versions 7.1-1 and 7.1-2 introducing the new base and addressing numerous scheduler issues. Users are encouraged to consider the kernel's non-longterm status while enjoying the latest features and improvements, including a new per-mapping control for transparent hugepages tailored to specific application needs



Liquorix Linux Kernel 7.1-3 Brings Project-C Scheduler to Linux 7.1

Liquorix Linux Kernel 7.1-3 has officially landed, marking the project’s first shift to the Linux 7.1 mainline base. Maintainer Steven Barrett used the rapid release cycle to integrate extensive upstream fixes for Project-C, his custom low-latency scheduler framework. The update also introduces per-mapping control for transparent hugepages on shared memory and tmpfs, improving consistency for databases, containers, and audio production workloads. Packages are now available via Ubuntu PPAs, Debian repositories, and the Arch AUR for desktop users seeking responsive Linux performance.

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