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==What is a Modular Kernel==


A modular kernel is an attempt to merge the good points of kernel-level drivers and third-party drivers. In a modular kernel, some part of the system core will be located in independent files called ''modules'' that can be added to the system at run time. Depending on the content of those modules, the goal can vary such as:
A modular kernel is an attempt to merge the good points of kernel-level drivers and third-party drivers. In a modular kernel, some part of the system core will be located in independent files called ''modules'' that can be added to the system at run time. Depending on the content of those modules, the goal can vary such as:
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: Every part of the system you might want (or don't want) to have.
: Every part of the system you might want (or don't want) to have.



== How can such a system boot in first place ?==
== How can such a system boot in first place ?==