28 Dec 2025
#sysadmin#linux
Linux kernels: when the names multiply and the meaning gets lost
This post breaks down the different Linux kernel variants—Mainline, LTS, Zen, Hardened, and WSL2—and explains why they are often misunderstood. Instead of treating them as interchangeable options, it shows how each kernel is designed for a specific environment and use case, and why choosing the right one depends on where and how Linux is actually running.