The release candidate for the new Linux kernel, version 2.6.38, is out and includes a number of changes. The new kernel speeds up performance, and adds support for new hardware such as AMD's Fusion processors.

Linus Torvalds provides more information on the kernel and features on the LKML website.

You can also view briefs about the new kernel on InternetNews.com or The H.

The new kernel RC comes two weeks after the previous kernel, 2.6.37, was released.