6.4 - IOCTL (Input/Output Control)
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Practice Questions
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What does IOCTL stand for?
💡 Hint: It’s an acronym related to how applications control hardware.
What is the purpose of a device driver?
💡 Hint: Think about the software that connects programs to hardware.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does IOCTL allow user-space applications to do?
💡 Hint: It’s not just about reading or writing; think about controlling a device.
True or False: IOCTL can only be used with standard file operations.
💡 Hint: Think about its purpose and flexibility.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a program that uses IOCTL to both configure and retrieve status from a hardware device. Explain the process steps with a focus on the necessary commands.
💡 Hint: Think about what sequences are necessary to effectively control and interact with the device.
Discuss potential security vulnerabilities associated with improper use of IOCTL and the implications for system stability.
💡 Hint: Consider what could happen if commands do not match device capabilities.
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