Author

Contributions

  • Andrew Morton - Foreword

Publication

2005 - Novell Press, Indianapolis, Ind, Indiana

Language

English

Word Count

100,250 words, Guess

Page Count

401 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

and 4 more

Classifications

  • DDC005.4/32
  • LCCQA76.76.O63 L673 2005
  • LCCQA76.76.O63

Description

Linux Kernel Development details the design and implementation of the Linux kernel, presenting the content in a manner that is beneficial to those writing and developing kernel code. While the book discusses topics that are theoretical, it does so with the goal of assisting programmers so they better understand the topics and become more efficient and productive in their coding.The book discusses the major subsystems and features of the Linux kernel, including design and implementation, their purpose and goals, and their interfaces. Important computer science and operating system design details are also addressed. The book covers the Linux kernel from both angles -- theoretical and applied -- which should appeal to both types of readers.The author is involved in Linux kernel development, so the latest kernel version is detailed, as the author has access to the not-yet-released development releases.Specific topics covered will include: all the important algorithms, relevant subsystems, process management, scheduling, time management and timers, system call interface, memory addressing, memory management, paging strategies, caching layers, VFS, kernel synchronization, and signals.

Description

"Linux Kernel Development details the design and implementation of the Linux kernel, presenting the content in a manner that is beneficial to those writing and developing kernel code, as well as to programmers seeking to better understand the operating system and become more efficient and productive in their coding. The book details the major subsystems and features of the Linux kernel, including its design, implementation, and interfaces. It covers the Linux kernel from both angles, theoretical and applied, which should appeal to readers with a variety of interests and needs."--BOOK JACKET.

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