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Firmware is a GNOME utility for inspecting and applying firmware operations supported by the fwupd service. It includes firmware updates, reinstallation, and supported downgrades. It is aimed at Linux users maintaining firmware on supported devices.
Linux users maintaining firmware on supported devices
Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered. Firmware changes can require restarts and must not be interrupted.
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The application is distributed under GPL-2.0+. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
GPL-2.0+; Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
The $0 price applies to the listed open source application. Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
Brings firmware updates and reinstallation into the same workflow.
Review the detected device and available release, check the vendor's requirements, and apply the update with stable power and a suitable recovery plan.
Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
Firmware changes can require restarts and must not be interrupted.
Firmware fits Linux users maintaining firmware on supported devices. Review the detected device and available release, check the vendor's requirements, and apply the update with stable power and a suitable recovery plan.
Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered. Firmware changes can require restarts and must not be interrupted. Check compatibility with the target hardware and operating system before relying on it for everyday use.
The application is distributed under GPL-2.0+. The listed desktop or mobile software can be used on an ongoing basis without a software subscription. Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
Yes. Firmware includes firmware updates. Review the detected device and available release, check the vendor's requirements, and apply the update with stable power and a suitable recovery plan.
Only devices and firmware supported by fwupd are covered.
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