Kernel LivePatch

Not to be confused with Kernel Livepatching, Livepatch, a method to Livepatch the Linux Kernel (see: https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/Kernel_live_patching, https://www.kernel.org/doc/html/latest/livepatch/livepatch.html)

This section only apply on the following edition: Vincent OS Standard

Definition

Kernel LivePatch (abbreviated to KLP) allows you to update critical Vincent OS part via patches without rebooting your computer.

Features

Kernel LivePatch can do the following tasks:

• Applying critical patches: Update key system files, such as configuration files in /etc, to address urgent issues.

• Revert a previous version of a specific package: Roll back a specific package version to resolve critical issues (e.g. Revert a previous version for the following issue: NVIDIA: Black screen after an update).

All patches are distributed in a .klp format, designed specifically for Vincent OS.

If necessary, you can rollback a Kernel LivePatch update if some file / package break your system.