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XFS Real-Time Enables FITRIM Support With Linux 6.11


The XFS file-system updates have been merged for the in-development Linux 6.11 kernel.

"One thing that's been missing for a long time is the ability to tell underlying storage that it can unmap the unused space on the realtime device. The XFS changes in Linux 6.11 also include adding byte-based grant head log reservation tracking, various code clean-ups, and other fixes. More details for those interested via the XFS merge.About The AuthorMichael Larabel is the principal author of Phoronix.com and founded the site in 2004 with a focus on enriching the Linux hardware experience.

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