Linux Kernel Design and Implementation

Author: Robert Love / Chen Lijun, etc.
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
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"If there were a book that could provide a clear outline, help organize thoughts, and guide direction, while also addressing the details and explaining the nuances to help me understand the source code better and faster, how wonderful that would be." This statement, although originally directed at C++, captures the common sentiment of those studying source code. Can we do something to make the process of learning the Linux kernel more aligned with a programmer's habits? This book answers that question. The author, Robert Love, is an ardent kernel enthusiast, so his ideas naturally resonate with programmers. The book covers the Linux 2.6 kernel, including many new features such as the O(1) scheduler, the block I/O layer, and the I/O scheduler. It provides an overview of the design and implementation of the Linux kernel, covering everything from the application of the core kernel system to kernel design and implementation, guiding readers to quickly enter the world of the Linux kernel. The book not only introduces theory but also discusses practical applications, catering to the needs of different readers and suitable for all who wish to understand Linux kernel software development.
"If there were a book that could provide a clear outline, help organize thoughts, and guide direction, while also addressing the details and explaining the nuances to help me understand the source code better and faster, how wonderful that would be." This statement, although originally directed at C, captures the common sentiment of those studying source code. Can we do something to make the process of learning the Linux kernel more aligned with a programmer's habits? This book answers that question. The author, Robert Love, is an ardent kernel enthusiast, so his ideas naturally resonate with programmers. The book covers the Linux 2.6 kernel, including many new features such as the O(1) scheduler, the block I/O layer, and the I/O scheduler. The book provides an overview of the design and implementation of the Linux kernel, covering everything from the application of the core kernel system to kernel design and implementation, guiding readers to quickly enter the world of the Linux kernel. The book not only introduces theory but also discusses practical applications, catering to the needs of different readers and suitable for all who wish to understand Linux kernel software development.