Linux Kernel Maintainer Discusses Phasing Out 32-bit Support at Open Source Summit
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Summary
Arnd Bergmann, the Linux kernel architecture maintainer, discussed the future of 32-bit support at Open Source Summit Europe 2025. He stated that 32-bit systems are obsolete for new products and should only be maintained for existing hardware/software compatibility. The talk explored the possibility of removing 32-bit support from the kernel, addressing concerns about desktop machines, embedded systems, and the challenges of maintaining legacy architecture support.
Key quotes
· 4 pulled32-bit systems are obsolete when it comes to use in any sort of new products
The only reason to work with them at this point is when there is existing hardware and software to support
People naturally think about desktop machines first
the time has come to talk more about that possibility [of removing 32-bit support]
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