OpenBSD 7.9 release adds new features including Wi-Fi 6 support and improved CPU scheduling

Source:The Register

02 — Who / Subject

OpenBSD Project

03 — Where / Locus

Global

04 — When / Temporality

May 25, 2026

Verified: May 25, 2026

05 — Why / Core Summary

"OpenBSD 7.9 released with support for up to 255 processor cores on amd64. Introduces basic Wi-Fi 6 support and delayed hibernation for power management. Improves CPU scheduler for heterogeneous cores and updates various software components."

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A routine major release of the OpenBSD operating system, focusing on security and architectural improvements.

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OpenBSD 7.9 release adds new features including Wi-Fi 6 support and improved CPU scheduling