GNU Linux-Libre 4.17 Kernel Arrives for Those Seeking 100% Freedom for Their PCs

A new GNU Linux-libre kernel has been released for those seeking 100% freedom for their personal computers, open source projects, etc., the GNU Linux-libre 4.17-gnu kernel.

Based on the recently released Linux kernel 4.17, the GNU Linux-libre 4.17-gnu kernel borrows all the new features incorporated upstream but without including any proprietary drivers or firmware. Apart from the usual deblobbing, this release includes a free, open-source version of the Dreamcast Yamaha AICA sound driver.

"The greatest news is that the driver for Dreamcast Yamaha AICA sound hardware is no longer cleaned up: the firmware for it is Free Software, and Jason Self's upcoming linux-libre-firmware release will have it," said Alexandre Oliva. "No other significant changes were made, just the usual assortment of adjustments."

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