Linux 6.19 has been released, marking the final update in the current kernel cycle, according to an announcement by Linux developer Linus Torvalds.

The update adds support for the modern AMDGPU driver on older AMD GCN 1.0 and 1.1 graphics cards, including Radeon HD 7000 series GPUs, as well as Vulkan support through the RADV driver and improved power management.

Additional features in Linux 6.19 include improved HDR support with the DRM Color Pipeline, an updated Asus Armoury driver, expanded support for Intel Wildcat Lake and Nova Lake chips, and PCIe link encryption and device authentication.

Linux developer Linus Torvalds has announced the release of Linux 6.19, which marks the final update in the current kernel cycle. This latest version brings several key improvements, including support for the modern AMDGPU driver for older AMD graphics cards, such as the Radeon HD 7000 series GPUs, as well as Vulkan support through the RADV driver.

The Linux 6.19 update also features improved power management, enhanced HDR support with the addition of the DRM Color Pipeline, and an updated Asus Armoury driver. Furthermore, it expands support for newer Intel Wildcat Lake and Nova Lake chips, and introduces PCIe link encryption and device authentication. These enhancements demonstrate the ongoing efforts to refine and expand the capabilities of the Linux kernel.

With the release of Linux 6.19, users and developers can look forward to the upcoming Linux 7.0, which is expected to bring even more significant updates and improvements. As the Linux community continues to evolve and grow, the arrival of Linux 6.19 serves as a precursor to the exciting developments that Linux 7.0 is likely to bring, and users can anticipate a new wave of innovations and enhancements in the near future.