Canonical Announces Availability of Real-Time Kernel for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

posted by Marius Nestor on May 30, 2024,
updated Jun 01, 2024

The real-time Ubuntu kernel is designed for enterprises in aerospace, automotive, defense, IoT, robotics, and telcos, as well as the public sector and retail. It’s an optimized kernel designed to handle the most demanding and critical workloads, and time-sensitive applications by reducing kernel latencies and boosting performance.

The real-time kernel for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is based on the upstream Linux 6.8 kernel and integrates the PREEMPT_RT patch on AMD64 (x86_64) and ARM64 (AArch64) architectures. It also includes optimized support for Raspberry Pi SBCs to deliver enhanced performance and compatibility.

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BetaNews:

• Canonical launches real-time Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS for time-sensitive computing needs

  Canonical has officially launched Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, a specialized kernel for its popular Linux distribution designed to handle time-sensitive computing tasks with reduced latency and enhanced reliability. This latest release is tailored for industries where high-priority processes must be executed swiftly and with predictable outcomes, such as manufacturing, automotive, and telecommunications.

  Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS incorporates the PREEMPT_RT patch for both AMD64 and ARM64 architectures, a leading implementation for Linux real-time systems. This integration is aimed at improving the kernel's predictability and ensuring deterministic responses for applications with critical latency requirements. The new release builds upon the upstream v6.8 kernel and is specifically optimized for use on Raspberry Pi 4 and 5, broadening the scope for innovation and performance in embedded systems.

Linuxiac:

• Ubuntu 24.04 Now Offers a Real-Time Kernel, But There's a Catch

  I really want to appreciate Ubuntu for its significant contributions to the Linux ecosystem, yet I find it difficult to accept Canonical’s approach, which can be quite disheartening for the average open-source enthusiast. Let’s take it step by step, though.

  Today, Canonical announced great news about the real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release. I’m not sure why they chose that name, as it sounds misleading, almost like a new distribution, though it’s just a patched version of the Linux kernel. But anyway.

  Without wanting to sound like a tutor, let me explain what a real-time OS is for those who might not be familiar. In short, it’s a system engineered to process data and provide responses within a guaranteed time frame, critical for applications where delays could result in serious consequences.

Original:

• Canonical releases Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

  London, 30 May 2024. Today Canonical announced the availability of Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.  By ensuring high-priority processes are executed first, with deterministic response times, Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS reduces latency compared to mainline GNU/Linux and enhances the system’s ability to handle time-sensitive operations effectively. 

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• Faizul "Piju" 9M2PJU: Exploring the Latest Real-Time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS on Raspberry Pi: Join Ubuntu Webinar!

  Canonical has recently announced the release of Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, now available on Raspberry Pi hardware. To delve into the advancements and benefits of this new release, Canonical is hosting a webinar on Thursday, June 20th, at 6 pm CET / 9 am PT.