IEEE

On Improving Real-Time Interrupt Latencies of Hybrid Operating Systems with Two-Level Hardware Interrupts

Abstract: In this paper, we propose to implement hybrid operating systems based on two-level hardware interrupts. We analyze and model the worst-case real-time interrupt latency for RTAI and identify ...
CSOonline

Microsoft hints at revoking access to the Windows kernel — eventually

A new Microsoft announcement suggests it has found a way to deliver kernel-level visibility and capabilities to apps running in user mode. Experts conclude a ban on kernel access for cybersecurity ...
TechSpot

The Windows kernel is about to receive a security-focused redesign after CrowdStrike crash

Why it matters: The kernel space is the core component of a computer operating system, where critical hardware management and device driver code reside in memory. If a kernel-level driver malfunctions ...
Ars Technica

As the Kernel Turns: Rust in Linux saga reaches the “Linus in all-caps” phase

Rust, a modern and notably more memory-safe language than C, once seemed like it was on a steady, calm, and gradual approach into the Linux kernel. By late 2024, however, Rust enthusiasts were ...
Android Authority

Pixel phones get a major kernel upgrade with Android 15 QPR2

Google has upgraded the kernel version of all Tensor-powered Pixels in the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 release. The Google Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7 series, Pixel 8 series, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold all ...
Ars Technica

Real-time Linux is officially part of the kernel after decades of debate

As is so often the case, a notable change in an upcoming Linux kernel is both historic and no big deal. What does this mean for desktop Linux? Not much. Beyond high-end audio production or replication ...
techzine

Linux is becoming a Real-Time Operating System: what does it mean?

For the first time, Real Time Linux (RTLinux) is completely hidden in the kernel. At this week’s Open Source Summit Europe, the implementation was endorsed by Linux founder Linus Torvalds. Why is this ...
ZDNet

20 years later, real-time Linux makes it to the kernel - really

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
ZDNet

Linux kernel 6.11 is out - with its own BSOD

Vienna, Austria: Linus Torvalds and I are both in Vienna, which is being blasted by a storm. So, instead of looking at museums, I spent my time writing, and he spent his time releasing the Linux 6.11 ...
CSOonline

Microsoft shifts focus to kernel-level security after CrowdStrike incident

The CrowdStrike incident that affected more than 8.5 million Windows PCs worldwide and forced users to face the “Blue Screen of Death,” made Microsoft sit down and revisit the resilience of its ...
The Verge

Microsoft calls for Windows changes and resilience after CrowdStrike outage

Microsoft appears to be starting the conversation about moving security vendors out of the Windows kernel. Microsoft appears to be starting the conversation about moving security vendors out of the ...