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Linux 2.1 Development Kernel

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Linux version 2.1 is a DEVELOPMENT kernel, and not intended for general public use. Different releases may have various and sometimes severe bugs. It is *strongly* recommended that you back up the previous kernel before installing any new 2.1.xx release.

If you need to use a proven and stable Linux kernel, please use 1.0.9, 1.2.13, or 2.0.xx. All features which will be in the 2.1.xx releases will be contained in 2.2.xx when the code base has stabilized again.


  • What's New with Linux 2.1
    As the 2.1 development kernel matures, all new features and enhancements will be documented here. This will become the release notes once 2.1 moves into the stable category.

  • Linux 2.1 Kernel Patches
    Latest Official Kernel Patches from Linus. This includes a detailed description of changes, enhancements and bug fixes, etc.

  • Linux 2.1 Unofficial Patches
    Unofficial kernel patches from the linux mailing lists and other sources. There are several bug fixes here, many of which will be included in future kernel releases.

  • Required Program Upgrades
    List of required program and system utilities needed to run the latest development kernels. Check here first, before reporting bugs to insure that you are using the correct program / utility versions.


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