Device drivers literally drive everything you're interested
in--disks, monitors, keyboards, modems--everything outside the
computer chip and memory. And writing device drivers is one of the
few areas of programming for the Linux operating system that calls
for unique, Linux-specific knowledge. For years now, programmers
have relied on the classic "Linux Device Drivers" from O'Reilly to
master this critical subject. Now in its third edition, this
bestselling guide provides all the information you'll need to write
drivers for a wide range of devices.
Over the years the book has helped countless programmers
learn:
how to support computer peripherals under the Linux operating
system
how to develop and write software for new hardware under
Linux
the basics of Linux operation even if they are not expecting to
write a driver
The new edition of "Linux Device Drivers" is better than ever.
The book covers all the significant changes to Version 2.6 of the
Linux kernel, which simplifies many activities, and contains subtle
new features that can make a driver both more efficient and more
flexible. Readers will find new chapters on important types of
drivers not covered previously, such as consoles, USB drivers, and
more.
Best of all, you don't have to be a kernel hacker to understand
and enjoy this book. All you need is an understanding of the C
programming language and some background in Unix system calls. And
for maximum ease-of-use, the book uses full-featured examples that
you can compile and run without special hardware.
Today Linux holds fast as the most rapidly growing segment of
the computer market and continues to win over enthusiastic
adherents in many applicationareas. With this increasing support,
Linux is now absolutely mainstream, and viewed as a solid platform
for embedded systems. If you're writing device drivers, you'll want
this book. In fact, you'll wonder how drivers are ever written
without it.
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