Kernel Comparison: Linux (2.6.28) versus Windows (Vista SP1)

Everything you always wanted to know about your kernel (but were afraid to ask)⁴

Intro

This aims to be the most comprehensive⁰ kernel^{1, 2} comparison³ of the latest most popular Unix style kernel versus the latest most popular kernel. Currently this is Linux 2.6.28 kernel versus Windows Vista SP1 kernel. Coming in Q2 2009 is 2.6.29 versus Windows Vista SP1.

Compared Kernel

Compared Version

Initial Release

Kernel Release News

Latest Release

News

Please note - the big update to 2.6.28 and Vista SP1 is in progress. Pages that are yet to be updated are marked (2.6.22) April 2009.

Vista SP1 released Q1 2008.

2.6.24 is out 10 February 2008.

2.6.22 landed 9 July 2007.

Site redesign 9 May 2007.

The first Vista comparison is available today 27 April 2007.

Authors

I'm pleased to announce that Paolo De Nictolis has joined my previously single-handed effort. Johnathon Weare

Contact

To report errors or edit this wiki - mail jrweare(_AT_)gmail.com.

About

This comparison is ultimately my point of view. The wiki is not public, and open by invite only. It aims to be objective through being independent, open to input, and open to new editors. In fact, the original information, and idea which inspired this, are thanks to Mark Russinovich TechEd 2004 - Session: Mark Russinovich 'Linux and Windows Kernel Comparison' ^'. This project is only funded through ads. Please help support this project. We are currently seeking sponsorship from hardware manufacturers. Special thanks goes to the excellent for hosting.

Key

better or more flexible vs. worse or less flexible, neutral or controversial. 

Legals

Windows, Vista, Server 2008, Server 2003 are registered trademarks of Microsoft. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. The views here are opinions only, not endorsed or affiliated with any organization. No warranty is given for the accuracy of this site, and no liability can be taken. The images are taken from Wikipedia unless credited, and used under fair-use policy or other.

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