panfrost
Free and open-source graphics driver for the ARM Mali series of GPUs, part of the Mesa 3D Graphics Library. It provides hardware-accelerated 3D rendering for devices using Mali GPUs, supporting various architectures like Midgard and Bifrost, and serves as an open-source alternative to proprietary drivers. Panfrost is particularly significant for Linux-based systems, benefiting developers and users who prefer open-source solutions for better integration, security, and transparency.