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You Can Now Install Linux Kernel 6.1 on Ubuntu, Here’s How

The Linux 6.1.4 kernel is now available for Ubuntu systems from the official mainline kernel PPA of Canonical.

Finally! You can now install the latest and greatest Linux 6.1 kernel series on your Ubuntu Linux computers, or on an Ubuntu-based distribution that’s based on a supported Ubuntu release. Here’s how!

Being the latest stable kernel series, Linux 6.1, which will also be a long-term supported (LTS) series receiving updates for at least two years, brings new features, better performance, and improved hardware support so you can enjoy a safer, faster, and more stable Linux desktop or server experience.

It took a while, but Linux kernel 6.1 is now finally available for Ubuntu users and users of Ubuntu-based distros. The latest release, Linux kernel 6.1.4, can be downloaded and installed on Ubuntu 22.10 (Kinetic Kudu), Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish), or even Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa).

I don’t recommend installing a mainline kernel on an Ubuntu LTS edition, so I’ve only tested it with Ubuntu 22.10. Ubuntu 22.04 LTS ships with the long-term supported Linux 5.15 LTS kernel series, which will receive support until October 2023, so you should stick with it for now.

Also, please note that, even if they’re official, these kernels are not signed. This means that you won’t be able to install them on UEFI/Secure Boot systems if Secure Boot is enabled. As such, you will have to first disable Secure Boot to install Linux kernel 6.1 on your Ubuntu machine.

Editor’s note: This guide uses the OFFICIAL kernel packages created by the Ubuntu Kernel Team. They are safe to install and tested on the latest Ubuntu releases for inclusion in future versions or to rebase their OEM kernels.

How to install Linux kernel 6.1 on Ubuntu via Mainline Tool

The easiest way to install Linux kernel 6.1 on your Ubuntu computer is via the Mainline tool. But, before you decide to make this step, ensure that your system is up to date and that you have a recent backup of your most important and precious files!

To install the Mainline tool, simply run the command below, one by one. Once the app is installed, run it and install the latest available Linux 6.1 kernel packages (usually they’re the ones at the top). Then reboot your computer to finish the installation.

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:cappelikan/ppa sudo apt update sudo apt install -y mainline

The best part about this method is that you’ll automatically receive a notification about newer Linux 6.1 kernel versions, so you can install them and keep your installation up-to-date at all times.

How to install Linux kernel 6.1 on Ubuntu via CLI

The second method is for advanced users and involves manually downloading the kernel packages from the mainline Ubuntu kernel PPA archive, built by the Ubuntu Kernel team (of course).

So, all you have to do to install Linux kernel 6.1 on your Ubuntu 22.10 computer is download the packages listed below, or directly from the mainline Ubuntu kernel PPA archive linked above, in a folder on your Home directory.

https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.1.4/amd64/linux-image-unsigned-6.1.4-060104-generic_6.1.4-060104.202301071207_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.1.4/amd64/linux-modules-6.1.4-060104-generic_6.1.4-060104.202301071207_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.1.4/amd64/linux-headers-6.1.4-060104-generic_6.1.4-060104.202301071207_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.1.4/amd64/linux-headers-6.1.4-060104_6.1.4-060104.202301071207_all.deb

Once the kernel packages have been downloaded, you can install them all at once by running the command below in the Terminal app or a virtual terminal (VT), which you can access using the Ctrl+Alt+F1-6 keys.

Wait until the installation process is complete and then reboot your computer. That’s it, you’re now running Linux 6.1 on your Ubuntu 22.10 (Kinetic Kudu) computer.

The good part about this method is that you can download kernels for other hardware architectures, such as AArch64 (ARM64), ARMHf (ARM Hard Float), PowerPC 64-bit Little Endian (pp64le), and IBM System z (s390x).

On the other hand, when new versions are released, you will have to manually download and install them. Of course, you can always switch to using the Mainline tool for a more automatic process!

Last updated 6 months ago

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You Can Now Install Linux Kernel 6.2 on Ubuntu, Here’s How

Good news for users of the Ubuntu Linux operating system as they can now install the latest and greatest Linux 6.2 kernel series on their computers, or on an Ubuntu-based distribution. Here’s how!

Linux kernel 6.2 was announced by Linus Torvalds just the other day and now it’s been successfully compiled by the Ubuntu Kernel Team into binaries for amd64 (x86_64), AArch64 (ARM64), ARMhf, PowerPC 64-bit Little Endian (ppc64el), and IBM System z (s390x) architectures on the official Ubuntu Kernel Archive.

I don’t recommend installing a mainline kernel on an Ubuntu LTS (Long-Term Support) edition, such as Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, so I’ve only tested the install on Ubuntu 22.10, but it can be installed on any supported Ubuntu release.

Editor’s note: This guide uses the OFFICIAL kernel packages created by the Ubuntu Kernel Team. They are safe to install and tested on the latest Ubuntu releases for inclusion in future versions or to rebase their OEM kernels.

However, they aren’t signed like the normal kernels from the Ubuntu repositories, which means that you won’t be able to install them on UEFI/Secure Boot systems if Secure Boot is enabled. So disable Secure Boot before following this guide.

There are two ways to install the latest mainline kernels in Ubuntu. The first is by manually downloading and installing the packages and the second is to use the Ubuntu Mainline Kernel Installer application which automates the entire process and also notifies and installs future kernel versions.

But, before you decide which method is best for you, ensure that your system is up to date and that you have a recent backup of your most important and precious files!

How to install Linux kernel 6.2 on Ubuntu with the Ubuntu Mainline Kernel Installer

This is the easiest way to install Linux kernel 6.2 on your Ubuntu computer. All you have to do is install the Ubuntu Mainline Kernel tool on your Ubuntu system by running the commands below.

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:cappelikan/ppa sudo apt update sudo apt install -y mainline

Now run the Ubuntu Mainline Kernel Install and install the latest kernel available, in this case it’s Linux 6.2. When the installation is complete, you’ll be prompted to reboot your computer.

How to install Linux kernel 6.2 on Ubuntu via CLI

With this method, you’ll have to manually download the kernel packages for your architecture from the official mainline Ubuntu kernel PPA archive. I’ve listed below the packages for 64-bit systems, so you can download them and put them in a folder in your Home directory.

https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.2/amd64/linux-image-unsigned-6.2.0-060200-generic_6.2.0-060200.202302191831_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.2/amd64/linux-modules-6.2.0-060200-generic_6.2.0-060200.202302191831_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.2/amd64/linux-headers-6.2.0-060200-generic_6.2.0-060200.202302191831_amd64.deb https://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v6.2/amd64/linux-headers-6.2.0-060200-generic_6.2.0-060200.202302191831_amd64.deb

After you’ve downloaded the kernel packages, you can install them from the folder where you’ve downloaded them, all at once, by running the command below in the Terminal app or a virtual terminal that you can access using the Ctrl+Alt+F1-6 keys.

Wait until the installation process is complete and then reboot your computer. That’s it, you’re now running Linux 6.2 on your Ubuntu computer. If you want to go back to Ubuntu’s default kernel, press the Esc key when the computer boots, access the Advanced options for Ubuntu boot entry, and select a different kernel version.

Last updated 5 months ago

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Now You can Stream Disney+ On Linux Operating Systems

Disney+ is running successfully since its launch, but only to general Android and Mac users. It’s leaving Linux users from its ecosystem by making it’s streaming standards high and tough. Today, it’s found lowering them to allow participation of their fan base.

Launch of Disney Plus last month has garnered over 10 million subscribers on the first day alone. That’s enough popularity for the entertainment company, as it’s running successfully with hit shows as Simpsons, High School Musical etc. The Mandalorian with its Baby Yoda is swirling sweetly on every social media to garner even more fans every week.

Even with that hit, Disney is now serving Linux users as it restricted its DRM cores only to run on Android and iOS services. Every Linux user trying to watch those cool shows were shown Error Code 83, which is, their devices aren’t secure enough and compatible (as per DRM) to stream Disney Plus content.

What’s DRM?

Digital Rights Management is a kind of tool that restricts the access control of copyrighted content. This makes sure the original content isn’t freely pirated or distributed and artist/maker earns much out of his work. It’s more like a virtual lock that prevents copyrighted materials to be stolen. Though with good intent, everyone opines that it’s just making the legitimate users feel inconvenient in some cases and the copyrighted content is pirated anyway.

Since launch, Disney has set up it’s DRM Widevine settings to L1, which is the maxim restriction and needs device hardware to posses greater encryption to protect and access the content. Other platforms as Netflix, Amazon’s Prime, Hulu etc set L2 or L3 certifications which allows almost any device to stream their content.

Android and Mac devices to aren’t that strict. Though accessible, Netflix and other services would need L1 certified devices to stream their content in Full HD quality and basically lower quality things can be streamed on lower settings.

With that being said, Disney has found lowering their settings to let users access the content from Linux now. This revelation came from an insider of Disney Plus; Justin Garrison. He tweeted as,

Looks like #DisneyPlus is working on Linux now!! 🤘

Now Linux desktop users can enjoy #BabyYoda like everyone else. ✨

Go forth and stream!

— Justin Garrison (@rothgar) December 4, 2019

With an active subscription as others, Linux users of Ubuntu and others can now stream Disney Plus content within their browsers by enabling the DRM settings. Check out.

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