Chapter 10. Learning About Processes and Threads
In the preceding chapters, we have considered the various aspects of creating an embedded Linux platform. Now it is time to start looking at how you can use the platform to create a working device. In this chapter, I will talk about the implications of the Linux process model and how it encompasses multi-threaded programs. I will look at the pros and cons of using single-threaded and multi-threaded processes. I will also look at scheduling and differentiate between timeshare and real-time scheduling policies.
While these topics are not specific to embedded computing, it is important for a designer of an embedded device to have an overview of these topics. There are many good reference works on the ...
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