Today, the GNU Linux-libre project announced the release of the GNU Linux-libre 6.15 kernel, aimed at users who prioritize complete software freedom for their GNU/Linux systems. Built on the recent Linux 6.15 kernel series, this version focuses on enhancing compatibility and removing proprietary drivers from various hardware components, including Nova Core GPU, Qualcomm iris v4l2, and several audio and network drivers.
In this release, notable changes include the removal of the Spider 1Gb Ethernet driver, the cleanup of outdated blob names, and the eradication of links to proprietary binaries related to SOF. This kernel is designed for users who wish to maintain a fully free environment without proprietary code, providing an alternative to the standard Linux kernel.
Users can download the GNU Linux-libre 6.15 kernel’s compressed tarballs from the official website. Moreover, ready-to-use binary packages for both Debian-based (DEB) and Red Hat-based (RPM) distributions are available from the Freesh project and RPM Freedom websites, allowing for installation on virtually any GNU/Linux distribution.
For further details, you can refer to the complete release announcement.