9.1.1

Question 1

is software that the kernel accesses only when it is needed. When in use, modules run as if they were part of the kernel and have the same access rights

Answer 1

kernel module

Question 2

When the drivers are _______________, they are integrated into the kernel build when the kernel is recompiled. This method requires an administrator to recompile the kernel.

Answer 2

compiled into the kernel

Question 3

contains the boot options that were given to the kernel at boot time.

Answer 3

/proc cmdline

Question 4

contains all the direct memory access assignments for the computer. Direct memory access gives hardware devices direct access to the computer’s memory independent of the CPU.

Answer 4

dma

Question 5

contains a mapping of the memory allocated to each device and the input/output port assignments for the memory.

Answer 5

iomem

Question 6

meminfo

Answer 6

meminfo