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Linux 6.17 Lands with Key Enhancements for Arm, RISC-V, and MIPS Architectures

Linux 6.17 Lands with Key Enhancements for Arm, RISC-V, and MIPS Architectures

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The latest Linux kernel 6.17 has been officially released, delivering critical updates across embedded and server ecosystems. Highlights include mandatory SMP support for single-core systems, refined x86 security controls, and expanded hardware compatibility for Arm, RISC-V, and MIPS platforms, paving the way for more efficient and secure computing.
The Rise and Fall of MIPS: How a Pioneering RISC Architecture Faded from Prominence

The Rise and Fall of MIPS: How a Pioneering RISC Architecture Faded from Prominence

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The recent acquisition of MIPS Technologies by GlobalFoundries marks another chapter in the turbulent history of a once-dominant RISC architecture. We explore how MIPS powered everything from Nintendo 64 consoles to Silicon Graphics workstations, yet ultimately lost ground to ARM due to corporate instability and strategic missteps.