5.4.2 - Module Exit Function
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of the module exit function?
💡 Hint: Think about cleanup activities.
Provide a basic structure of a module exit function in C.
💡 Hint: Remember to use the __exit annotation.
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What is the main function of the module exit function?
💡 Hint: Think about maintenance and cleanup tasks.
True or False: A module can be unloaded without defining an exit function.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of cleanup.
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Describe the potential consequences of not implementing an exit function in a kernel module. Include examples.
💡 Hint: Think about how this impacts system performance over time.
Write an exit function for a hypothetical module that manages a network connection. Identify what resources need to be released and the logic for each step.
💡 Hint: Identify all resources that would be allocated during the module's active state.
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