From 447fa67b71a67c99ba985be96f6266772638f0f1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: lkxed <lkxed@outlook.com> Date: Mon, 23 May 2022 13:05:55 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] =?UTF-8?q?[=E6=89=8B=E5=8A=A8=E9=80=89=E9=A2=98][news]:?= =?UTF-8?q?=2020220523=20Linux=20Kernel=205.18=20Released=20with=20Graphic?= =?UTF-8?q?s=20Driver=20Changes=20and=20New=20Hardware=20Support.md?= MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit --- ...Driver Changes and New Hardware Support.md | 130 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 130 insertions(+) create mode 100644 sources/news/20220523 Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support.md diff --git a/sources/news/20220523 Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support.md b/sources/news/20220523 Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..057485dfa7 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/news/20220523 Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support.md @@ -0,0 +1,130 @@ +[#]: subject: "Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support" +[#]: via: "https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-kernel-5-18-release/" +[#]: author: "Ankush Das https://news.itsfoss.com/author/ankush/" +[#]: collector: "lkxed" +[#]: translator: " " +[#]: reviewer: " " +[#]: publisher: " " +[#]: url: " " + +Linux Kernel 5.18 Released with Graphics Driver Changes and New Hardware Support +====== +The latest Linux Kernel 5.18 is now available as per the expected schedule without any delays. The release includes support for new hardware, and some core changes. + +![Linux kernel 5.18 release][1] + +[Linux Kernel 5.17][2] came loaded with support for next-gen hardware, including improvements for the Steam Deck. + +Not to forget, every Linux Kernel release is technically exciting, and Linux Kernel 5.18 is no exception. + +### Linux Kernel 5.18: What’s New? + +This time around, we get to see improved support for Razer hardware, Apple Magic keyboard, AMD graphics, and numerous networking, core, and security changes. + +#### A New Razer Driver + +When it comes to gaming gears, the hardware support in Linux needs serious upgrades. + +Yes, there are useful workarounds with open-source drivers. But, that’s not always the solution for every user. + +As spotted by [Phoronix][3], a new Razer HID driver comes with Linux Kernel 5.18, which focuses on Razer BlackWidow keyboards fixing the macro key handling. + +#### AMDGPU FreeSync Video Mode Enabled by Default + +![][4] + +While the support for FreeSync video was good enough, it was a temporary solution to improve the user experience with FreeSync monitors. + +Now, with Linux Kernel 5.18, the FreeSync video mode is enabled by default ([changelog][5]). You do not have to do anything from your side to enable it with supported monitors. + +#### Graphics Driver Updates + +In addition to the improvements to the AMDGPU driver, you also get updates preparing for future hardware. + +There have been changes to support higher DisplayPort rates as well. + +#### Switch from C89 to C11 (GNU11) + +![][6] + +The C programming used for the Linux Kernel was limited to the old C89 standard, which lacked certain features for the current requirements. + +So, C11 was decided to replace it considering the current compiler version requirement i.e. GCC 5.1 sounds perfectly fine with it. + +#### Networking Tweaks + +Linux Kernel 5.18 adds support for new wireless hardware, including MediaTek MT7916, MT7921U, and Broadcom BCM43454/6. + +![][7] + +When it comes to mobile solutions, support for Intel M.2 WWAN card has also been added. + +The Realtek W89 driver now supports AP mode, 6 GHz band, and adds a hardware scan feature. + +Several other improvements have been made to configure IPv6, and handle various protocols, including performance optimizations. + +#### USB Improvements + +Xen USB driver is being hardened against malicious hosts, and the USB DWC3 driver received improvements to support more hardware types. + +You can find various other refinements in the [commit log][8]. + +#### Enhanced Apple Keyboard and Tablet Support + +![][9] + +Advancements were made to improve the experience with Apple Magic Keyboards, including the first-generation models. + +Some of the fixes included correcting function-key mapping, keyboard backlight events, and the ability to report the battery level for the 2021 Magic Keyboard model when connected via USB. + +Linux Kernel 5.18 improves input handling and makes things reliable when it comes to tablets. + +You can find changes for new hardware, touchscreens, and other stuff in the related [commit][10]. + +#### New ARM Chip Support (Tesla FSD, Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W) + +![][11] + +Tesla’s full self-driving SoC is now supported with Linux Kernel 5.18. Samsung engineers made it possible to upstream into the Linux Kernel. + +Other interesting chip additions include Qualcomm Snapdragon 625/632, and Samsung Exynos 850/7885. + +You also find the support for Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W with Linux Kernel 5.18. In addition to the new entrants, old hardware/boards were removed as well. You can explore the [commit l][12]og to know more. + +You can refer to the [official changelog][13] and Linus Torvald’s announcement to explore more details. + +### How to Install Linux Kernel 5.18? + +You should find the newer kernel listed on [Linux Kernel Archives][14]. So, you can download the [tarball][15] to test it out. Or, you can follow our [Linux Kernel upgrade guide][16] for help. + +If you want to avoid compiling it yourself, you should wait for a few weeks for Linux distributions to push it to the repositories. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-kernel-5-18-release/ + +作者：[Ankush Das][a] +选题：[lkxed][b] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译，[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]: https://news.itsfoss.com/author/ankush/ +[b]: https://github.com/lkxed +[1]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kernel-5-18-release.png +[2]: https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-kernel-5-17-release/ +[3]: https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Linux-5.18-HID +[4]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/amd-linux-5-18-1024x576.jpg +[5]: https://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/amd-gfx/2022-February/075262.html +[6]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/c-linux-5-18-1024x576.jpg +[7]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/networking-linux-5-18-1024x576.jpg +[8]: https://lore.kernel.org/lkml/Yj7vGtn8fILavjyL@kroah.com/ +[9]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/apple-linux-5-18-1024x576.jpg +[10]: https://lore.kernel.org/lkml/nycvar.YFH.7.76.2203231015060.24795@cbobk.fhfr.pm/ +[11]: https://news.itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/arm-linux-5-18-1024x576.jpg +[12]: https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=baaa68a9796ef2cadfe5caaf4c730412eda0f31c +[13]: https://lore.kernel.org/lkml/CAHk-=wjiqyoH6qntYvYTjR1F2L-pHtgX9esZMRS13iktCOJ1zA@mail.gmail.com/T/#u +[14]: https://www.kernel.org/ +[15]: https://git.kernel.org/torvalds/t/linux-5.16.tar.gz +[16]: https://itsfoss.com/upgrade-linux-kernel-ubuntu/