Linux 7.3-rc7 prepatch released, ext4 data=journal deprecated
Linus Torvalds released the 7.3-rc7 prepatch for testing, with the final release still set for next weekend. The mainline also deprecated the ext4 data=journal mode, which will be removed entirely in early 2028.
- 7.3-rc7 prepatch is out for testing, final release expected next weekend
- ext4 data=journal mode has been deprecated
- Full removal of the mode is planned for early 2028
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