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GNU Linux-Libre 5.4 Kernel Released for Those Seeking 100% Freedom for Their PCs

Based on the recently released Linux 5.4 kernel series, the GNU Linux-libre 5.4 kernel is here to remove any proprietary drivers and code that’s present in the upstream kernel, those providing a 100% libre, free Linux 5.4 kernel for those who don’t want to run any proprietary software on their PCs. Fortunately, for the GNU Linux-libre 5.4 kernel, only one new driver required deblobbing, namely an Ethernet driver for the Intel Ethernet Connection E800 Series networking cards, but several other drivers required updated blob names and there’s also some cleaning as well for the amdgpu, i915, i1480u, i2400m, nitrox, r8169, safexcel, and touchscreen_dmi drivers.

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