[1.7] Kernel, firmware, and hardware enablement plan

[mikejmorgan-ai]

Define supported hardware classes, Debian kernel strategy (stable/backports/HWE), initramfs defaults, firmware policy (main/non-free), NIC/storage/GPU drivers, Secure Boot/MOK, CPU microcode, installer firmware detection, runtime diagnostics, and hardware validation matrix.

Scope

This epic covers 13 decisions and 10 tasks from the Cortex Linux planning system.

Source

• Planning Tool: Skilliks
• Module: See internal planning documentation

Tasks

Tasks will be added as sub-issues or checklist items as specification is refined.

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Epic generated from Cortex Linux strategic planning