SWUpdate is a Linux Update agent with the goal to provide an efficient and safe way to update an embedded Linux system in the field. SWUpdate supports local and OTA updates and multiple update strategies and it is designed with security in mind. To start with SWUpdate, it is suggested you look at the documentation and build for one evaluation board (or you run SWUpdate on your host for a first overview). If you plan to update your device locally or remotely, SWUpdate is the right framework for you. Thanks to its high flexibility, you can tune any aspect of the update and integrate it into your project. SWUpdate does not set any special requirement and it can be integrated in any embedded Linux project. It does not matter if you want to update from a local USB stick, or via a Webserver, or via fleet management – SWUpdate will fit your needs.

Features

  • Update of all components of device (rootfs, kernel, bootloader, microcontroller FW)
  • Install on embedded media (eMMC, SD, Raw NAND, UBIFS, NOR and SPI-NOR flashes)
  • Partitioner for GPT and MBR partition table
  • Allow single image delivery on multiple devices
  • Streaming mode without temporary copies of artifacts
  • Multiple interfaces (local and OTA) for getting software
  • Software delivered as images, gzipped tarball, etc.
  • Allow custom handlers for installing FPGA firmware, microcontroller firmware via custom protocols.
  • Lua interpreter to extend the update rules on your needs
  • Small footprint to generate a rescue system to restore the device
  • Cryptographic sign and verification of updates

Project Samples

Project Activity

See All Activity >

Categories

System

License

GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

Follow SWUpdate

SWUpdate Web Site

Other Useful Business Software
$300 Free Credits for Your Google Cloud Projects Icon
$300 Free Credits for Your Google Cloud Projects

Start building on Google Cloud with $300 in free credits. No commitment, no credit card required until you're ready to scale.

Launch your next project with $300 in free Google Cloud credits—no strings attached. Test, build, and deploy without risk. Use your credits across the entire Google Cloud platform to find what works best for your needs. After your credits are used, continue with always-free tier services. Only pay when you're ready to scale. Sign up in minutes and start exploring.
Start Free Trial
Rate This Project
Login To Rate This Project

User Reviews

Be the first to post a review of SWUpdate!

Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

C

Related Categories

C System Software

Registered

2024-07-05