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Modernizing the console with kmscon

By Jocelyn Falempe 6 min read 7 views 0 comments
Modernizing the console with kmscon
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For decades, the Linux virtual console has relied on the kernel fbcon driver, to draw the framebuffer, to manage fonts, and to handle keyboard layout. Starting with Fedora 45, we’re switching to a userspace utility called kmscon. Depending on your usage of virtual console, this may impact your workflow. If you’re not a developer or […]

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