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Jun 19, 2026 · Fundamentals

Linux 7.2 Kernel to Drop AppleTalk Support as It Holds No Practical Value

The Linux 7.2 kernel removes the legacy AppleTalk networking stack—once popular on early Macs—citing decades‑old disuse, recent AI‑generated patch spam, and the maintenance burden, while preserving only minimal elements in modern protocols like Bonjour.