"1stFlight !" wrote:
>
> Hey I'm getting ready to compile yet another kernel then it hits me,
> why are some things compiled as modules and others into the kernel? If
> I'm running a box with 128MB of ram does it really matter how large my
> kernel gets? How about if I've only got 32MB ? Is it faster to have
> some things run in the kernel? Please advise...thanks!
>
> Darryl
>
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It is mostly a matter of taste. I don't use modules if I must not,
others (Richard?) use them as much as they can. Some points to consider:
Using modules...
1.) ...can save you some kernel compilation time when you do this often.
2.) ...can save a bit of memory
3.) ...lowers security a bit
4.) ...is enforced by some drivers (e.g. NeoMagic audio :-( )
5.) ...is impossible / can be complicated with some drivers (scsi? eth?)
6.) ...makes testing easier
7.) ...requires editing conf.modules/modules.conf most of the time
Marc
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