Linux Kernel Compilation and System Startup

Overview/Description
To describe how to compile the Linux kernel and configure system startup files

Target Audience
Students wishing to acquire the intermediate skills required as a Linux system administrator

Prerequisites
A knowledge of basic Linux system administration

Expected Duration (hours)
2.3

Lesson Objectives

Linux Kernel Compilation and System Startup

identify the characteristics of Linux kernels and kernel modules.

recognize the procedure for compiling and installing a Linux kernel.

compile and install a Linux kernel.

patch a Linux kernel.

configure kernel modules and modify kernel settings.

customize Linux system startup and boot processes.

recognize how to manipulate the Linux boot process and recover from filesystem failures.

customize Linux system startup and perform system recovery tasks.

Course Number:
221118_eng