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Google extends Linux kernel support to keep Android devices secure for longer

Posted by Roy Schestowitz on Jul 10, 2024,

updated Jul 12, 2024

Android Authority ☛ Google extends Linux kernel support to keep Android devices secure for longer

After Linux reduced LTS releases from 6 years to 2, Google has committed to supporting its forks for 4 years.

Google announces extension of support for latest Linux kernel releases from 2 to 4 years

Update

Many more articles about this in Android Leftovers, plus:

Google Extends Android Security with Support for Linux Kernel

Google has planned support for long-term support (LTS) Linux kernel releases for Android devices. Find out more about the development and its importance for Android security.