Linux Modules I will explore what a Linux module is, the differences between system modules and user modules, and some of the other commands related to Linux module configurations and options. Examples, scenarios and EXAM AND ANSWERS at end What is a Linux Module? In Linux, a module is a small piece of code that can be dynamically loaded and unloaded from the running kernel. Modules are used to extend the functionality of the kernel without the need to recompile and rebuild the entire kernel. The modprobe command is used to manage the loading and unloading of these kernel modules. When you run modprobe <module_name>, it will search for the module file in the /lib/modules directory, load the module into the kernel, and set up any dependencies that the module may have. Modules can also be loaded automatically during the boot process by configuring the /etc/modules file or by creating a custom script in the /etc/modules-load.d/ directory. Modules are used to add supp...
I am Darian Ross. Welcome to my blogger site.