5.7 - Common Issues with Kernel Modules
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What command should you use to load a kernel module with its dependencies?
💡 Hint: Think about a command that automatically handles dependencies.
What does the command dmesg do?
💡 Hint: It's useful for examining what the kernel is reporting.
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What command loads a module and its dependencies?
💡 Hint: Consider which command automatically manages dependencies.
True or False: Memory management is not critical for kernel modules.
💡 Hint: Remember why efficient memory usage is necessary in kernel space.
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You have a kernel module that fails to load with an unresolved symbol error. Describe step-by-step how you'd troubleshoot this issue.
💡 Hint: Identify which module is causing the issue by reviewing the kernel messages.
Explain the potential consequences of failing to manage memory correctly in a kernel module.
💡 Hint: Consider how memory impacts overall system functioning.
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