5 - Linux Kernel Modules
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What is a kernel module?
💡 Hint: Think about how the kernel can adapt to new hardware.
What command is used to load a kernel module?
💡 Hint: Remember the 'I' for Insert.
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What command is used to insert a kernel module into the kernel?
💡 Hint: Think about the first letter 'I' for Insert.
True or False: A kernel module must have both an initialization function and an exit function.
💡 Hint: What needs to happen when a module is loaded and unloaded?
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Design a simple kernel module that logs messages when loaded and unloaded. Outline the necessary code structure.
💡 Hint: Consider how you'd set up printk for logging.
Discuss the impact of improper memory management within kernel modules and propose best practices.
💡 Hint: What tools can help analyze memory usage?
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