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genix
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 Posted: Sat Mar 20, 2004 7:04 am Post subject: Configuration of kernel |
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| dear all...i am attempting my first kernel config for the first time...been using genkernel all this while....can anyone point me to any guide or websites that has explaination of the options in menuconfig?..... and also...wats the difference for using * or M when selecting the options?.... |
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slycordinator
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* = the feature is compiled as an actual part of your kernel. Using this, your kernel will be larger but you won't have to worry about possible failing to install a module.
M = the feature is used as a module. Modules can be loaded and unloaded. So like if you choose a module that you aren't sure if it'll work or not (like lets say the module is VERY new or broken) but instead chose that feature to be compiled into your kernel. Your kernel could easily break and fail. But if it's a module you don't have to worry so much. Just unload the module and make sure it doesn't get loaded again. Also makes the kernel slightly smaller as you can bring in these modules on the fly.
And on the different kernel options, when you run "make menuconfig" make sure to check the "help" section given next to the given feature. It'll explain what it gives you and why you would want it or not want it. Also tells you what you should do "if in doubt." |
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