Architecture and Design of Linux Storage Stack A Comprehensive Guide to the Linux Storage Landscape and Its Well-Coordinated Layers
Architecture and Design of Linux Storage Stack by Muhammad Umer, published by Packt Publishing, Limited on July 28, 2023, is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate design and structure of the Linux storage stack. This edition, comprising 246 pages, provides readers with an in-depth exploration of the layered architecture that defines Linux storage, focusing on key components such as the virtual file system (VFS) and the block layer, as well as the protocols associated with physical storage.
Readers will find a detailed examination of various concepts within the Linux storage landscape, including the differences between virtual and actual file systems, the role of I/O schedulers, and the Multi-Queue and Device Mapper frameworks. The book aims to enhance understanding of how I/O requests are processed through the storage stack, making it suitable for system and storage administrators, engineers, and Linux professionals. Prior knowledge of the Linux operating system is recommended for those looking to expand their expertise in this area.
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Master the design and structure of Linux storage stack and explore its sophisticated architecture
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Key Features:
- Explore the virtual file system (VFS) and how it serves as an abstraction layer for the actual file systems
- Understand how the block layer acts as an intermediary between file systems and physical storage
- Discover the physical layout and protocols linked with storage media
Book Description:
The Linux storage stack serves as a prime example of meticulously coordinated layers. Embark on a journey through the kernel code with Architecture and Design of the Linux Storage Stack, crafted for anyone seeking in-depth knowledge about the layered design of Linux storage and its landscape.
You’ll explore the Linux storage stack and its various concepts. You’ll unlock the secrets of the virtual filesystem and the actual filesystem and the differences in their implementation, the role of the block layer, the Multi-Queue and Device Mapper frameworks, I/O schedulers, physical storage layout, and how to analyze all the layers in the storage stack.
By the end of this book, you’ll be acquainted with how a simple I/O request from a process travels down through all the layers and ends up in physical storage.
What You Will Learn:
- Understand the role of the virtual filesystem
- Explore the different flavors of Linux filesystems and their key concepts
- Manage I/O operations to and from block devices using the block layer
- Deep dive into the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) subsystem and the layout of physical devices
- Gauge I/O performance at each layer of the storage stack
- Discover the best storage practices
Who this book is for:
This book is for system and storage administrators, engineers, linux professionals, linux community in general, and anyone looking to expand their understanding of Linux and its storage landscape. Prior knowledge of Linux operating system is a must.
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