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Linux 7.0-rc5 Released: Minor Tweaks Ahead of April Launch

3/23/2026

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Linus Torvalds announced Linux 7.0-rc5, signaling progress toward the stable Linux 7.0 kernel expected in April.
The rc5 release contains fewer changes and fewer fixes, with mostly minor tweaks.
Key updates include improvements to Radeon and AMDGPU drivers and better support for the Logitech MX Master 4 Bluetooth mouse.
Torvalds urged testers to try rc5 and report issues to help ensure a smooth launch for Linux 7.0.

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Story summary

Linus Torvalds announced Linux 7.0-rc5, signaling progress toward the stable Linux 7.0 kernel expected in April.
The rc5 release contains fewer changes and fewer fixes, with mostly minor tweaks.
Key updates include improvements to Radeon and AMDGPU drivers and better support for the Logitech MX Master 4 Bluetooth mouse.
Torvalds urged testers to try rc5 and report issues to help ensure a smooth launch for Linux 7.0.