Ubuntu Switches to Dracut with 25.10
11 hours ago
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- Apache Software Foundation introduces a new oak leaf symbol to emphasize community growth and cultural inclusivity after 26 years.
- Ubuntu 25.10 will replace initramfs-tools with Dracut for a faster and more modular boot process.
- Dracut offers better support for modern hardware, encrypted filesystems, and advanced setups like NVMe over Fabrics.
- Existing users can still use initramfs-tools, but new installations will default to Dracut.
- The change aims to reduce boot complexity, improve maintainability, and ensure a consistent startup experience.
- Ubuntu's move aligns it with Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, which already use Dracut.
- This transition prepares Ubuntu for the upcoming 26.04 LTS release, allowing for real-world feedback.