From fe8fdf09e3768009cd9a69d5c7d07cf780b5e321 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Aleksander <81008178+Garved@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:39:50 +0300 Subject: [PATCH] Update README.md (#10536) Add answer to question about linux kernel modules --- topics/linux/README.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/topics/linux/README.md b/topics/linux/README.md index 800d61e..ebde22e 100644 --- a/topics/linux/README.md +++ b/topics/linux/README.md @@ -627,6 +627,8 @@ The kernel is part of the operating system and is responsible for tasks like:
What is a Linux kernel module and how do you load a new module?
+ +A Linux kernel module is a piece of code that can be dynamically loaded into the kernel to extend its functionality. These modules are typically used to add support for hardware devices, filesystems, or system calls. The kernel itself is monolithic, but with modules, its capabilities can be extended without having to reboot the system or recompile the entire kernel.