Canonical releases Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS for time-sensitive compute needs

Canonical has recently announced the release of Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, a significant update aimed at reducing latency and enhancing the system's ability to manage time-sensitive operations. By integrating the PREEMPT_RT patch on AMD64 and ARM64 architectures, this release ensures high-priority processes are executed first, providing deterministic response times essential for mission-critical applications.

Real-time Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is based on the upstream v6.8 Linux kernel and includes optimized support for Raspberry Pi hardware, enhancing performance and compatibility across a broad compute spectrum. This makes it a robust solution for industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and telecommunications, which require precise and predictable processing.

With this release, users can explore optimized real-time compute capabilities on Raspberry Pi 4 and 5, driving innovation and unlocking new opportunities in embedded systems.