GNU/Linux Application Programming (Programming Series)

The Linux kernel is the core of the GNU/Linux operating system. It is monolithic in nature and defined in a number of layers segregating its necessary elements. The kernel has been designed in such a way that adding new device drivers or protocols is simple, given the uniform interfaces that are available. This chapter provided a very high-level look at the architecture, with discussion of the major elements. References to Linux kernel source were provided where applicable .