Asahi Linux

Asahi Linux is an open-source project that aims to bring the Linux operating system to Apple Silicon Macs, starting with the M1 system on a chip. The project was announced and is led by Hector Martin, a developer known for porting Linux to various platforms.

History

The Asahi Linux project was announced in January 2021 by Hector Martin. Martin has previously ported Linux to the Sony PlayStation 4 and other devices. The project's goal is to enable a completely open software stack on Macs by upstreaming these patches to the mainline Linux kernel.

Project Goals

The primary goal of Asahi Linux is to enable the use of Linux on Apple Silicon Macs, starting with the M1 chip. The project aims to contribute support for these machines to the upstream Linux kernel, where it can be used by all distributions. This will not only benefit Asahi Linux but also other projects like Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch Linux.

Development

Asahi Linux is developed openly, with all development discussions taking place in the open on the project's GitHub page and other online platforms. The project's code is released under the GNU General Public License, allowing anyone to contribute to and benefit from the project.

Compatibility

Asahi Linux aims to be compatible with all Apple Silicon Macs. However, as of its announcement, the project is focusing on the M1 chip, which powers the MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models released in late 2020.

See Also

• Linux
• Apple Silicon
• Open-source software
• Hector Martin

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