For over two decades, Intel’s contributions to the Linux* kernel and leadership role in the open-source movement have helped establish Linux as a worldwide contender in the operating system realm, appearing everywhere from enterprise server farms to personal Ultrabook™ devices. Today, we are second only to Red Hat in our contributions, with one of the largest delegations to the invitation-only Linux Kernel Summit. Through a very broad base of open-source projects, Intel contributes directly and indirectly to improve the performance, stability, and efficiency of Linux for servers, desktops, mobile, and embedded systems. In addition, we collaborate with many open-source vendors, helping to build a vibrant ecosystem and to develop advanced technologies that will spark innovation.
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Second-largest contributor to the Linux kernel
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Ongoing leadership in upstream contributions through the Intel Open Source Technology Center, enhancing user experiences and advancing numerous projects
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Key maintainer roles in a large number of Linux-related projects
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Platinum member of the Linux Foundation and sponsor, chair, or member in key initiatives, including OASIS,* OHA, Mobile, Desktop, Carrier Grade, GRID, and Xen*
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Active participation in standards bodies such as the Linux Standards Base
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Deep involvement in key decision-making forums, including the Linux Kernel Summit, Desktop Summit, and Ottawa Linux Symposium
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Performance and Power Management
Intel engineers are working to provide early and robust support for new hardware capabilities and are optimizing Linux* for exceptional energy-efficient performance on Intel® architecture.
Linux Kernel Performance Project
Linux Kernel Archives
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Graphics
Intel is committed to delivering a world-class graphics experience for Linux users by maintaining and supporting open-source projects for current and future Intel® Graphics hardware, drivers, and enablement.
Linux Graphics Drivers from Intel |
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Networking
Open-source drivers for all wired and wireless networking adapters from Intel offer a no-hassle, “just works” experience on Linux.
Intel® Wireless WiFi Link Drivers
Intel® Wired Ethernet Drivers |
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Firmware and Platform Integration
Intel enables a top-notch, “out of the box” experience on Intel® platforms for Linux users by delivering open-source drivers and a firmware development kit, and facilitating the development of firmware standards.
Linux-ready Firmware Developer Kit
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James Reinders on Open-Source
As Chief Evangelist for Intel® Software Development Products, James Reinders helps steward a comprehensive view of open-source technology at Intel. With an eye on both the opportunities and the responsibilities that orientation brings, James sees the scope of commitment as stretching well beyond just making source code openly available, to support Linux and choice, strengthen standards, and create new open-source projects. |
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Dirk Hohndel on Intel and The Linux Foundation
In this video, Dirk Hohndel, Chief Linux and Open-Source Technologist at Intel, discusses the importance of standards organizations, like the Linux Foundation, which provide a neutral place for companies and individuals to work together on open-source efforts. Dirk goes on to talk about Intel's involvement in key standards organizations along with some thoughts on the future of open-source at Intel. |
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Intel Open-Source Innovation
Intel Software and Services Group VP Doug Fisher discusses Intel’s innovation in the open-source community helping companies power their operating environments by optimizing for Intel® Xeon® platforms. |
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Power, Performance and Open-Source
Ram Peddibhotla, Director of Intel’s Open-Source Technology Center, discusses Intel’s longstanding contribution to the open-source community in all areas of the stack to take best advantage of the power, performance, and virtualization enhancements built into Intel® platforms. |
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