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Learn Linux kernel
programming, hands-on: a uniquely
effective top-down approach
The Linux® Kernel
Primer is the
definitive guide to Linux kernel programming. The authors' unique
top-down approach makes kernel programming easier to understand by
systematically tracing functionality from user space into the
kernel and carefully associating kernel internals with user-level
programming fundamentals. Their approach helps you build on what
you already know about Linux, gaining a deep understanding of how
the kernel works and how its elements fit together.
One step at a time, the authors introduce all
the tools and
assembly language programming techniques required to understand
kernel code and control its behavior. They compare x86 and PowerPC
implementations side-by-side, illuminating cryptic functionality
through carefully-annotated source code examples and realistic
projects. The Linux® Kernel Primer is
the first book to offer in-depth coverage of the rapidly growing
PowerPC Linux development platform, and the only
book to
thoroughly discuss kernel configuration with the Linux build
system. Coverage includes
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Data structures
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x86 and PPC assembly language
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Viewing kernel internals
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Linux process model
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User and kernel space
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Interrupts and exceptions
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Memory allocation and tracking
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Tracing subsystem behavior
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I/O interactions
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Filesystems and file operations
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Scheduling and synchronization
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Kernel boot process
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Kernel build system
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Configuration options
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Device drivers
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And more...
If you know C, this book teaches you all the
skills and
techniques you need to succeed with Linux kernel programming.
Whether you're a systems programmer, software engineer, systems
analyst, test professional, open source project contributor, or
simply a Linux enthusiast, you'll find it indispensable.
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