QuestionQ40Verified/Linux FundamentalsCopy linkReport a problemAsk AstroTutorSave questionWhat is the kernel in Linux?AIt is the core interface between a computer’s hardware and its processes.BIt is another name for the operating system.CIt contains all the applications and software installed on the computer.DIt is the firmware for the computer’s processor.Show AnswerAnswerExplanationThe Linux kernel is the core software layer that manages hardware resources and mediates access to them for processes. Kernel documentation includes core APIs and low-level hardware-management functionality.Learn moreCore API Documentation — The Linux Kernel documentationShow comments0Show commentsCommunity DiscussionNo comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!
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