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Do you need to know Linux kernel configuration?
This time we want to dig deeper into the configuration part, giving you useful advice you will need when tailoring a kernel to perfectly match your hardware. The main idea behind this is that you will need to know your hardware extremely well in order to have a kernel built exactly for it.
Is there a tool to automatically tune the kernel?
The main reason for that conclusion is that I think you are not looking for a tool to configure a kernel, but to automatically tune the kernel for your specfic (and yet unstated) use case. As stated in the comments, you can skip unneeded drivers and compile the wanted drivers statically into the kernel.
How to enable forcedeth in Linux kernel config?
What we need in this case is the name (nVidia Ethernet MCP65) and the driver in use, that is forcedeth. If you want to find out what option you need to enable in the kernel config in order to get the forcedeth module, Google for “forcedeth kernel config” and you will find out that what we are looking for is CONFIG_FORCEDETH. Easy.
Is the Linux kernel written in C or assembly?
The kernel is written mostly in C, with some architecture-dependent parts written in assembly. A good understanding of C is required for kernel development. Assembly (any architecture) is not required unless you plan to do low-level development for that architecture.
How to check if SMP is enabled or disabled in the kernel?
The version string returned by uname is generated when kernel is compiled. The “top” command may help towards this, you can see the list of running tasks and the current processor id on which they are executing by using – then press f to go to field selection, and j enable the CPU core column, and Enter to display.
Is the Linux kernel open source or proprietary?
The Linux kernel is much like the central brain of the operating system. Although it is open-source – meaning anyone can view and modify the code – the Linux kernel is built with multiple protocols to ensure stability and security. This guide will walk you through how to check the Linux kernel version of your operating system.