Suggested: Linux Firmware

What is required on many systems for certain hardware to function?
For certain hardware to function on many systems, non-FOSS firmware is required.

What package contains firmware for many, but not all, devices?
The package that contains firmware for many, but not all, devices is sys-kernel/linux-firmware.

What does installing certain firmware packages often require?
Installing certain firmware packages often requires accepting the associated firmware licenses.

Firmware Loading

When are firmware files typically loaded?
Firmware files are typically loaded when the associated kernel module is loaded.

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SOF Firmware

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