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OpenBSD 8.0 Released, Adds Intel Arc Support and Expanded Virtual Address Space
Key points
- OpenBSD 8.0 is the 61st semiannual release.
- Adds support for Intel Arc A-Series graphics cards.
- AMD64 kernel virtual address space increased to 512GB.
- Includes LibreSSL 4.4.0 and OpenSSH 10.6 updates.
- Adds ARM64 hibernation support.
- Supports multi-processor virtual machines with up to 64 virtual CPUs per guest.
- Expanded RISC-V support includes 'V' vector extension and Advanced Interrupt Architecture.
- NVIDIA GPUs remain unsupported.
OpenBSD Continues Release Schedule
OpenBSD 8.0 has been released, maintaining the project's semiannual release schedule since 1996. This marks the 61st release for the operating system, which originated as a fork of NetBSD over 30 years ago. OpenBSD is known for its focus on security, with the project highlighting a record of only two remote vulnerabilities in the default installation over three decades.
Key Features and Improvements
The new version introduces several updates across various components. Notable additions include support for Intel Arc A-Series (DG2/Alchemist) graphics cards and an expansion of the AMD64 kernel virtual address space to 512GB, up from 4GB. This change allows for VRAM mapping beyond 4GB, addressing modern hardware requirements.
Other improvements include hibernation support for ARM64 systems, a new RPKI-to-router daemon (rtrd(8)), and RISC-V enhancements such as kernel support for the ‘V’ vector extension and Advanced Interrupt Architecture. Wireless networking drivers also received updates, including 802.11n and 40 MHz channels for the qwx(4) driver. The virtualization stack (vmm/vmd) was improved, and support for up to 64 virtual CPUs per guest VM was added.
Security and Component Updates
OpenBSD 8.0 integrates security and internal improvements from LibreSSL 4.4.0 and OpenSSH 10.6. These updates are part of the project's ongoing commitment to maintaining a secure operating environment. The release also discontinues support for the Loongson architecture, as its port became incompatible with the Clang 22 compiler.
Updates
- Adds ARM64 hibernation support.
- Supports multi-processor virtual machines with up to 64 virtual CPUs per guest.
- Expanded RISC-V support includes 'V' vector extension and Advanced Interrupt Architecture.
- NVIDIA GPUs remain unsupported.
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How outlets covered it
OpenBSD 8.0 has been released, featuring broader hardware compatibility, an expanded virtual address space, and improved virtualization capabilities. This update includes support for Intel Arc A-Series GPUs, ARM64 hibernation, and significant RISC-V enhancements, alongside security updates to LibreSSL and OpenSSH.
OpenBSD 8.0 has been released, marking the project's 61st semiannual update. This version introduces Intel Arc A-Series graphics card support and expands the AMD64 kernel virtual address space to 512GB, improving compatibility and VRAM mapping capabilities.