Linus Torvalds Confirms the Next Kernel Is Linux 7.0 (opens in new tab)

(phoronix.com)

8 pointspella1mo ago2 comments

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''I'm getting to the point where I'm being confused by large numbers (almost running out of fingers and toes again), so the next kernel is going to be called 7.0.'' -- Linus Torvalds

superheropug1mo ago

Makes sense, Linus Torvalds hates the number 20. I am kidding, but most new versions have been at about this point.

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cf100clunk1mo ago

''I'm getting to the point where I'm being confused by large numbers (almost running out of fingers and toes again), so the next kernel is going to be called 7.0.'' -- Linus Torvalds

superheropug1mo ago

Makes sense, Linus Torvalds hates the number 20. I am kidding, but most new versions have been at about this point.

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