First PS3 model loses Linux option after firmware update

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The old 'fat' PlayStation 3 model loses the ability to run Linux as the user for April 1st announced 3.21 firmware update. Sony says from 'security' to have come to this step.

PlayStation 3 models which until the introduction of the slim model in September 2009 were sold, possessed an "install other OS' option. Thus a user could install Linux on the hard disk of the console and the open source operating system. It did Sony have made some restrictions, especially one involving a direct hypervisor access to the RSX GPU-blocking. The PS3 'smart' has no installation option for Linux.

As of firmware version 3.21, which is available Thursday, void the possibility to install Linux on a PS3, so reports the console manufacturer. According to Sony has decided this step because of the security. It refers to the manufacturer probably the first successful attempts to console cracking.

Owners of a "fat" PS3 can ignore the firmware update, but Sony no longer guarantees that recent games will not run. Moreover, there are not logged into the PlayStation Network and multiplayer games that use of the same network impossible. Furthermore, the manufacturer reports that users' other OS'-option and still want to install the new firmware, first to make a backup, because the Linux partition after the update is no longer accessible. What changes with the new firmware also brings is still unknown.

[Simpson]

3. SERVICES AND UPDATES

From time to time, SCE may provide updates, upgrades or services to give your PS3 ™ system to ensure that the system properly, according to SCE guidelines or new offers to you. Some services can be provided automatically without notice if you are online and others may be available to you through SCE's online network of authorized channels. Without limiting the services may include providing the latest update or download new fall releases, security patches and new or revised settings and features may include allowing access to pirated games or use of unauthorized hardware or software in connection with The PS3 ™ system is prevented. Some services may change your current settings, loss of data or content or cause some functionality loss.

Sorry, but if you have a problem with it then you should read it as soon as possible because you wanted to use the PS3.

[Volodymyra]

I think that those who use many Linux option or even just because Linux a PS3 bought in a hard case that can make this 'update' much more than " causes some loss of functionality". Sony would thus violate its own terms, not just what can be reasonably expected.