The open source nature of Linux has always intrigued embedded engineers, and the latest kernel releases have provided new features enabling more robust functionality for embedded applications. Enhanced real-time performance, easier porting to new architectures, support for microcontrollers and an improved I/O system give embedded engineers even more reasons to love Linux! However, the rapid evolution of the Linux world can result in an eternal search for new information sources that will help embedded programmers to keep up!
This completely updated second edition of noted author Doug AbbottOCOs respected introduction to embedded Linux brings readers up-to-speed on all the latest developments. This practical, hands-on guide covers the many issues of special concern to Linux users in the embedded space, taking into account their specific needs and constraints.
YouOCOll find updated information on:
OCoThe GNU toolchain
OCoConfiguring and building the kernel
OCoBlueCat Linux
OCoDebugging on the target
OCoKernel Modules
OCoDevices Drivers
OCoEmbedded Networking
OCoReal-time programming tips and techniques
OCoThe RTAI environment
OCoAnd much more
The accompanying CD-ROM contains all the source code from the bookOCOs examples, helpful software and other resources to help you get up to speed quickly. This is still the reference youOCOll reach for again and again!
* 100+ pages of new material adds depth and breadth to the 2003 embedded bestseller.
* Covers new Linux kernel 2.6 and the recent major OS release, Fedora.
* Gives the engineer a guide to working with popular and cost-efficient open-source code."
