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1535987Architecture and Design of the Linux Storage Stackhttps://www.gandhi.com.mx/architecture-and-design-of-linux-storage-stack/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/1444985/fa533114-b943-4966-8213-1d19232da91c.jpg?v=638338131890700000591657MXNPackt PublishingInStock/Ebooks/<p><b>Master the design and structure of Linux storage stack and explore its sophisticated architecture Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook</b></p><h4>Key Features</h4><ul><li>Explore the virtual file system (VFS) and how it serves as an abstraction layer for the actual file system</li><li>Understand how the block layer acts as an intermediary between file systems and physical storage</li><li>Discover the physical layout and protocols linked with storage media</li></ul><h4>Book Description</h4>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. Youll explore the Linux storage stack and its various concepts. Youll 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, youll be acquainted with how a simple I/O request from a process travels down through all the layers and ends up in physical storage.<h4>What you will learn</h4><ul><li>Understand the role of the virtual filesystem</li><li>Explore the different flavors of Linux filesystems and their key concepts</li><li>Manage I/O operations to and from block devices using the block layer</li><li>Deep dive into the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) subsystem and the layout of physical devices</li><li>Gauge I/O performance at each layer of the storage stack</li><li>Discover the best storage practices</li></ul><h4>Who this book is for</h4><p>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.</p>...1517742Architecture and Design of the Linux Storage Stack591657https://www.gandhi.com.mx/architecture-and-design-of-linux-storage-stack/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/1444985/fa533114-b943-4966-8213-1d19232da91c.jpg?v=638338131890700000InStockMXN99999DIEbook20239781837634163_W3siaWQiOiJiNDQ1Yjk3Ny04ZDI2LTQwOGUtOTRmMy1lNTMwY2M0MTg3ZDYiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjY1NywiZGlzY291bnQiOjY2LCJzZWxsaW5nUHJpY2UiOjU5MSwiaW5jbHVkZXNUYXgiOnRydWUsInByaWNlVHlwZSI6Ildob2xlc2FsZSIsImN1cnJlbmN5IjoiTVhOIiwiZnJvbSI6IjIwMjQtMDQtMDhUMTY6MDA6MDBaIiwicmVnaW9uIjoiTVgiLCJpc1ByZW9yZGVyIjpmYWxzZX1d9781837634163_<p><strong>Build a solid understanding about the architecture of Linux storage stack and learn all facets of its sophisticated design</strong></p><h4>Key Features</h4><ul><li>Explore the Virtual Filesystem and how it serves as an abstraction layer for the actual file systems</li><li>Analyze the organization of block devices, I/O schedulers and different I/O handling techniques</li><li>Learn about the physical layout, properties and protocols associated with different storage media</li></ul><h4>Book Description</h4><p>Ever since its inception, Linux remains one of the most complex pieces of code. For any professional, having a deep understanding of its fundamentals is essential.</p><p>For developers whore looking to dive in the kernel code, this book can equip them with the necessary concepts.</p><p>For system/storage engineers, this book will increase their overall understanding of the Linux I/O stack and enable them to identify and isolate potential bottlenecks in the storage layer.</p><p>The complete Linux I/O stack is a comprehensive introduction for those who want to dive deep into the Linux storage landscape and gain a finer understanding of its layered design.</p><p>The reader will learn the complete Linux storage stack and the theory behind it. This includes an in depth and detailed analysis of the storage subsystem and its complete architecture, demystifying the virtual file system, file systems and the differences in their implementation, block and file I/O, device mapper framework, block layer, scheduling and device drivers.</p><p>By the end of this book, you will know how a simple I/O request from a process traverses down through all the layers and ends up on the physical storage.</p><h4>What you will learn</h4><ul><li>Explore the architecture of I/O stack in Linux and the file system implementation</li><li>Gain a deeper understanding of the SCSI subsystem, physical devices, and partitions</li><li>Learn how an I/O request from a process traverses all layers and end up on the disk</li><li>Gauge I/O performance at each layer of the storage stack</li><li>Become familiar with the recommended storage practices</li><li>Gain a deeper understanding of the architecture of I/O stack in Linux</li><li>Investigate and troubleshoot storage performance issues</li></ul><h4>Who This Book Is For</h4><p>This book is mainly for system and storage administrators and engineers, but they arent the only ones that will benefit from this book. Linux professionals, Linux community in general, and anyone who wants to widen their understanding of Linux and its storage landscape can learn a lot from the topics covered in the chapters. To get started, youll need to have a basic to intermediate knowledge and understanding of the Linux operating system.</p><h4>Table of Contents</h4><ol><li>From Where It All Starts Virtual Filesystem</li><li>Explaining the Data Structures in VFS</li><li>Exploring actual file systems under VFS</li><li>Mapping physical blocks to virtual through device mapper</li><li>Investigating the block I/O layer in the kernel</li><li>Implementing I/O handling techniques in block layer</li><li>Exploring the different I/O scheduling options</li><li>Illustrating the layout of physical media</li><li>Working with the SCSI subsystem</li><li>Putting it all together</li><li>Tools and Techniques for measuring storage performance at each layer</li><li>Recommended storage practices</li></ol>...(*_*)9781837634163_<p><b>Master the design and structure of Linux storage stack and explore its sophisticated architecture Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook</b></p><h4>Key Features</h4><ul><li>Explore the virtual file system (VFS) and how it serves as an abstraction layer for the actual file system</li><li>Understand how the block layer acts as an intermediary between file systems and physical storage</li><li>Discover the physical layout and protocols linked with storage media</li></ul><h4>Book Description</h4>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. Youll explore the Linux storage stack and its various concepts. Youll 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, youll be acquainted with how a simple I/O request from a process travels down through all the layers and ends up in physical storage.<h4>What you will learn</h4><ul><li>Understand the role of the virtual filesystem</li><li>Explore the different flavors of Linux filesystems and their key concepts</li><li>Manage I/O operations to and from block devices using the block layer</li><li>Deep dive into the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) subsystem and the layout of physical devices</li><li>Gauge I/O performance at each layer of the storage stack</li><li>Discover the best storage practices</li></ul><h4>Who this book is for</h4><p>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.</p>...9781837634163_Packt Publishinglibro_electonico_70b4f012-6518-3ac8-80a3-6b00ce18c118_9781837634163;9781837634163_9781837634163Muhammad UmerInglésMéxicohttps://getbook.kobo.com/koboid-prod-public/packt-epub-b516532f-8adc-4d24-a4c0-f41227f58b08.epub2023-07-28T00:00:00+00:00Packt Publishing