A Heavily Commented Linux Kernel source code 2019th Edition by Zhao Jiong ISBN ZLIBIO3176921 9781798836775

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ISBN 10: ZLIBIO3176921
ISBN 13: 9781798836775
Author: Zhao Jiong

A Heavily Commented Linux Kernel Source Code (2019) is a resource designed to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Linux kernel’s inner workings. This book serves both as an educational tool for those new to kernel development and as a reference for more experienced developers looking to deepen their knowledge of the kernel’s source code. By featuring detailed, extensive comments throughout the source code, this book breaks down the complexities of the kernel into digestible and easily understandable pieces.

A Heavily Commented Linux Kernel source code 2019th Table of contents:

1. Introduction

• 1.1 Overview of the Linux Kernel
• 1.2 Why Study the Kernel?
• 1.3 Structure and Purpose of This Book
• 1.4 How to Use This Guide

2. Setting Up the Environment

• 2.1 Installing a Linux Distribution
• 2.2 Downloading and Configuring Kernel Source
• 2.3 Compiling the Linux Kernel
• 2.4 Setting Up Kernel Development Tools

3. Understanding the Linux Kernel Architecture

• 3.1 Monolithic vs. Microkernel Architectures
• 3.2 The Role of the Kernel in the OS
• 3.3 Key Components of the Linux Kernel
• 3.4 Overview of the Kernel Subsystems

4. Kernel Initialization and Boot Process

• 4.1 The Linux Boot Sequence
• 4.2 BIOS/UEFI and Bootloaders
• 4.3 Kernel Booting: From Startup to User Space
• 4.4 Init Process and System Initialization

5. Memory Management

• 5.1 Memory Allocation in Linux
• 5.2 Virtual Memory and Paging
• 5.3 Kernel Memory Management Structures
• 5.4 The Role of the Swap System
• 5.5 Memory Zones and Page Tables

6. Process Scheduling and Management

• 6.1 Understanding Processes in Linux
• 6.2 The Process Scheduler and Task Structures
• 6.3 Scheduling Algorithms: CFS and Real-Time Scheduling
• 6.4 Managing Process States and Context Switching
• 6.5 System Calls and User-Space Interaction

7. Interrupts and Interrupt Handling

• 7.1 What Are Interrupts?
• 7.2 Interrupt Service Routines (ISRs)
• 7.3 Interrupt Context and Softirqs
• 7.4 Interrupt Handling in the Linux Kernel
• 7.5 Managing Hardware and Software Interrupts

8. Device Drivers

• 8.1 Introduction to Device Drivers
• 8.2 Writing and Understanding Kernel Modules
• 8.3 Character Devices vs. Block Devices
• 8.4 The Linux Device Model
• 8.5 Communication Between Kernel and Devices

9. Filesystems and Virtual Filesystem (VFS)

• 9.1 Understanding Filesystems in Linux
• 9.2 The Virtual Filesystem Layer (VFS)
• 9.3 Mounting and Unmounting Filesystems
• 9.4 Filesystem Drivers and Interfaces
• 9.5 Filesystem Security and Integrity

10. Networking in the Linux Kernel

• 10.1 Network Stack Overview
• 10.2 Understanding Sockets and Networking Interfaces
• 10.3 Kernel Network Drivers and Protocols
• 10.4 Implementing Network Filters and Firewalling
• 10.5 Network Performance Optimization

11. Kernel Synchronization and Concurrency

• 11.1 The Need for Synchronization
• 11.2 Locks, Semaphores, and Spinlocks
• 11.3 Atomic Operations and Memory Barriers
• 11.4 Dealing with Race Conditions
• 11.5 The Role of Read-Write Locks and Barriers

12. Security and Access Control

• 12.1 Linux Security Models and Frameworks
• 12.2 Securing Kernel Code and Data
• 12.3 Kernel Modules and Security Threats
• 12.4 SELinux and AppArmor
• 12.5 Security Vulnerabilities and Mitigation Strategies

13. Advanced Topics in Kernel Development

• 13.1 Kernel Debugging and Tracing Tools
• 13.2 Kernel Performance Tuning
• 13.3 Real-Time Kernel Modifications
• 13.4 Cross-Platform Kernel Development
• 13.5 The Future of Linux Kernel Development

14. Conclusion

• 14.1 Recap of Key Concepts
• 14.2 Practical Application of Kernel Knowledge
• 14.3 Next Steps for Kernel Developers
• 14.4 Further Reading and Resources

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