Demystifying Computer Kernels: An Overview of What They Are and How They Work

Understanding the Core of Modern Computing Systems

Niklas Lang
Towards Data Science
8 min readNov 25, 2022

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The kernel, or system core, ensures the smooth running of the operating system within a computer and is the interface between the software and the hardware. It is used in all devices with an operating system, for example, computers, laptops…

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