3 - Anatomy of a Linux-based System
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What are the main components of the hardware layer?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical parts of a computer.
What does the bootloader do?
💡 Hint: It's the first thing that runs when you turn on the computer.
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What is the primary role of the kernel in a Linux system?
💡 Hint: Think about who controls the system's operations.
True or False: The bootloader is responsible for loading the user applications.
💡 Hint: Remember the sequence of startup processes.
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Analyze the impacts of using a minimal kernel in embedded systems. What considerations must be made regarding hardware compatibility and performance?
💡 Hint: Think about how many features the device realistically needs for its intended function.
Explore how system libraries influence application development in a Linux environment. What are the trade-offs for developers?
💡 Hint: Consider how using libraries impacts cross-compatibility with software running on different systems.
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