Preface
The Linux kernel is a complex, portable, modular, and widely used piece of software, running on around 80% of servers and embedded systems in more than half of the devices throughout the world. Device drivers play a critical role in the context of how well a Linux system operates. As Linux has turned out to be one of the most popular operating systems, interest in developing personal device drivers is also increasing steadily.
A device driver is the link between the user space and hardware devices, through the kernel.
This book will begin with two chapters that will help you understand the basics of drivers and prepare you for the long journey through the Linux kernel. This book will then cover driver development based on Linux subsystems, ...
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