Linux Kernel Programming, 2nd Edition: Linux 6.1 LTS
Edition: Linux Kernel Programming is a practical guide to Linux kernel development built around the 6.1 LTS kernel. It covers building a kernel from source, writing loadable modules, memory management, CPU scheduling, and synchronization, with basic Linux CLI and C programming assumed.
At a glance
- Guides readers through configuring and building the Linux 6.1 LTS kernel from source.
- Covers module development alongside kernel memory allocation, CPU scheduling, concurrency, and synchronization techniques.
- The listing says print and Kindle purchases include a free PDF eBook.
Reference price: $49.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Broad progression from initial kernel builds and modules to internals and synchronization.
- Includes practical coverage of kernel memory APIs, cgroups v2, mutexes, spinlocks, atomic/refcount operators, per-CPU techniques, and RCU.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Edition | 2nd ed. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Packt Publishing |
| Publication date | February 29, 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 826 pages |
| Kernel version focus | 6.1 LTS |
|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1803232226 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1803232225 |
| Weight listed | 3.07 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 1.87 x 9.25 inches |
What to know before buying
- The guide is centered on Linux 6.1 LTS. Readers working on other kernel versions should confirm which examples and details apply to their target kernel.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Linux programmers and developers beginning kernel development who already know basic Linux CLI and C.
- Readers seeking one guide across kernel builds, modules, memory management, scheduling, and synchronization.
Less suited to
- Readers without basic Linux command-line and C programming knowledge, which the listing says are assumed.
- Readers seeking a guide centered on a kernel version other than 6.1 LTS.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
75% 75% - 4 stars
12% 12% - 3 stars
10% 10% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
3% 3%
Aggregate ratings lean favorable, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a smaller share of lower ratings means the figures alone cannot explain individual readers' concerns. They do not establish how useful the 6.1-focused examples are for a particular kernel version or level of prior experience.
Frequently asked questions
What kernel version does the book focus on?
The description says the second edition is built around the Linux 6.1 LTS kernel and includes work with 6.x kernels.
What background does the listing say readers need?
It assumes a basic understanding of the Linux command line and C programming.
What topics does the guide cover?
It covers building the kernel from source, loadable modules, architecture, memory management, CPU scheduling, concurrency, and synchronization.
Does a purchase include an eBook?
The listing claims that purchasing either the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.
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