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Linux 7.0 Preemption Regression Impact on PostgreSQL Performance

The recent Linux 7.0 update caused a significant performance regression in PostgreSQL, reducing benchmark throughput by half. This issue stems from changes in the Linux preemption mechanism. The problem highlights a critical need to address compatibility and performance issues between operating system updates and dependent software. Understanding and resolving this regression is essential for maintaining efficient database operations.

Computing & Technology, Computer Science, Operating Systems