“The first edition of this fine book, written by Neil
Matthew and Richard Stones, remains one of the top-selling books
that we’ve ever reviewed on Slashdot. At the beginning of this
fall, the 2nd edition was introduced, to much fanfare, and a review
by Kurt Gray. Click below to find out what’s improved, or what’s
declined….”
“Most of the book is the same content as the first edition (with
newer illustrations and some areas elaborated in more detail),
which again see my previous review for more details on that, with
these new sections have been added:”
“Foreward by Alan Cox: Yes, the king of all patch writers
himself lends 5 paragraphs to kick off this new edition summing up
by pointing out we now have a new final chapter (Device Drivers)
that “is your chance to join the world of kernel hackers” …so…
“put on your pointy hat, grow a beard, drink Jolt Cola, and come
join in the fun.”