The Linux kernel's decision to end AppleTalk support is influenced by a surge in AI-generated patches.

Technology AI Software DevelopmentJun 17, 2026score 0.602 posts · 2 replies across 1 instances

The thread discusses the Linux kernel ending support for the AppleTalk protocol, similar to Apple's decision in 2009. The removal is attributed to a surge of AI-generated patches, highlighting the evolving role of AI in software development and maintenance.

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Parent: AIEntity: AI-generated patchesImpact: mixedDate: Jun 17, 2026Target: The impact of AI-generated patches on software maintenance and protocol support decisions.

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Apple ended their AppleTalk support back in 2009. Now 17 years later, the Linux kernel is ending AppleTalk support due to a recent surge of AI-generated patches: Linux Finally Ends AppleTalk Protocol Support - Phoronix https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-Drops-AppleTalk

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Linux Finally Ends AppleTalk Protocol Support

While the AppleTalk networking protocols were innovative when they first appeared for their plug-and-play capabilities, Apple itself ended their AppleTalk support back in 2009. Now 17 years later, the Linux kernel is ending AppleTalk support due to a recent surge of AI-generated patches...
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-Drops-AppleTalk

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