Intl. Ed.
Intl. Ed.
Linux Kernel Development, 3rd ed. Softcover - 2010
by Robert Love
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- Title Linux Kernel Development, 3rd ed.
- Author Robert Love
- Binding Paperback
- Edition INTERNATIONAL ED
- Condition New
- Pages 480
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Pearson, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, U.S.A.
- Publication date 2010-06-25
- Features Bibliography, Index, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # BWE-PMV31996
- ISBN 9780672329463 / 0672329468
- Weight 1.71 lbs (0.78 kg)
- Dimensions 9.08 x 7.04 x 1.18 in (23.06 x 17.88 x 3.00 cm)
- Category Computers - Operating Systems
- Library of Congress subjects Operating systems (Computers)
- Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2010018961
- Dewey Decimal Code 005.432
- Quantity available 1
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Reader reviews for Linux Kernel Development, 3rd ed.
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Reviewers commend the book for making Linux kernel internals understandable through clear, detailed explanations. It’s seen as accessible to non?experts and is strongly recommended for those seeking a practical grasp of how the kernel works.
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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 with both a practical and theoretical eye, which should appeal to readers with a variety of interests and needs. The author, a core kernel developer, shares valuable knowledge and experience on the 2.6 Linux kernel. Specific topics covered include process management, scheduling, time management and timers, the system call interface, memory addressing, memory management, the page cache, the VFS, kernel synchronization, portability concerns, and debugging techniques. This book covers the most interesting features of the Linux 2.6 kernel, including the CFS scheduler, preemptive kernel, block I/O layer, and I/O schedulers. The third edition of Linux Kernel Development includes new and updated material throughout the book:
- An all-new chapter on kernel data structures
- Details on interrupt handlers and bottom halves
- Extended coverage of virtual memory and memory allocation
- Tips on debugging the Linux kernel
- In-depth coverage of kernel synchronization and locking
- Useful insight into submitting kernel patches and working with the Linux kernel community
