Kernel Configuration - Part VIII

We’re on to the Memory Technology Devices section of the kernel configuration.

This is a short section, as well. Memory Technology Devices are such devices as flash memory and RAM cards. In short, if you don’t have a need for these devices, you won’t need to configure them into your kernel.

Where you’re most likely to have a need for these devices is if you’re configuring a kernel for an embedded Linux device. If that’s the case, and you have a need for memory technology devices, you’re offered several options in the kernel configuration. Among those options are device partitioning and, if you’re using a RedHat distribution, RedBoot. These options handle storage and boot options for your mtd-enabled kernel. There also exists a set of built-in drivers for memory devices in the MTD section of the kernel configuration.

Tomorrow, it’s on to Parallel Port Support.