Rust's Long War for the Linux Kernel

Rust is making inroads into the Linux kernel, but the transition will be a long and contentious one. While Rust offers significant advantages in memory safety and is backed by companies like Google, its adoption faces strong resistance within the kernel community. Concerns about its steep learning curve and integration challenges with existing C code have sparked heated debates, even described as a “religious war.” However, proponents argue that Rust improves kernel stability and security, attracting more developers. Ultimately, Rust's complete replacement of C depends on technological maturity and community consensus.