Embedded Linux
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (908 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 073570998X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-03-30 |
| Language | : | English |
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From the Publisher John Lombardo has written an excellent book on working with embedded devices and Linux. Bob Young, Chairman and Co-founder, Red Hat, Inc. John's eye for detail and accuracy are amazing and it really shows in his work. His thoroughness and understanding of the topic is something you will certainly benefit from. Please share with us what you think of his work. Stephanie Wall, Executive Editor, nrfeedback@newriders Featured Contents: Why Linux? Advantages of Open Source Disadvantages of Open Source Real-Time Operating Systems Minimal Linux Static Versus Dynamic Linking Understanding the Boot Process Hardware Considerations Choosing an Embedded Linux Toolkit Debugging Your Application Debugging Tools The rapid rise of Linux as a standard in embedded devices has resulted in a need for better texts. . John Lombaro's in-depth understanding of the topic and his straightforward approach make this the perfect book for getting started i
Worthy attempt falls far short of the mark of being embedded Linux or not, yet another "embedded" book where the discussion barely mentions anything other than the x86, and where the book is certainly focused solely on x86. With embedded systems making up something like 90% of all computers sold in the world and where the x86 accounts for such a small fraction of these embedded systems, I'd wait for *anything* that isn't x86-centric. I mean, how hard is it to envision getting Linux up and running on an x86? We've been doing it since the days of the floppy-based "dd" releases. One passage in the book tells you to "press CTRL + D" hey that's great, if . "= * * *" according to Larry R. What does "embedded" mean? What does "realtime" mean? For someone with no preconceived definition of "embedded", this book could help them feel they have some idea of what it means to do "embedded Linux". For people with preconceived ideas, I think they might feel this book does not sufficiently address the topic. It does not cover all the bases by any stretch of the imagination.The book is relatively light on content; maybe 150 pages of it; but it doesn't cost much either. For what it is, the content is okay, but I don't think anybody should come away from this book thinking they know all . Good start for embedded linux world sriniA This was the only book available on embeeded linux in the market. Linux is making roads in embedded systems. But there is very little information available on the subject. This book gives a basic foundation for system engineers who wants to use linux in their embedded projects. The books explains why linux is more pertinent for embedded projects; the advantages/disadvantages of using linux in embedded systems; how to build a smalles possible linux system; choosing the right hardware for embedded linux; Embedded linux tool kits available in the market; how to boot embedded linux from flash m
Embedded Linux provides the reader the information needed to design, develop, and debug an embedded Linux appliance. It explores why Linux is a great choice for an embedded application and what to look for when choosing hardware.