Linux kernel drops support for Intel 486 CPUs

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Linux kernel developers are dropping support for the 37-year-old Intel 486 CPU. Linus Torvalds stated there is no real reason to maintain compatibility for the outdated processor, which hinders modern kernel development. This change, expected in Linux 7.1, means users will need newer hardware or older kernels for 486 systems.


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