Summary
In the world of automotive embedded systems, boot speed, resource efficiency, and security are paramount.
In this webinar the experts Isaac Trefz from Elektrobit and Andreas Zdziarstek from emlix will focus on the Linux boot process and present two Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) tools – cominit and crinit – designed for function-focused embedded environments as alternatives to systemd and initramfs tools like dracut and the Debian initramfs.
Key topics and takeaways:
- Understanding Linux boot process:Gain insight into the Linux boot process in embedded environments and the role of different tools in managing it.
- Introduction to crinit and cominit:Learn about two FOSS alternatives – cominit and crinit – that offer tailored boot solutions for embedded systems, focusing on performance, security, and minimal storage requirements.
- Challenges of generic boot tools:Discover the areas of application of using crinit vs generic tools like systemd in embedded systems, particularly regarding security, memory usage, and configuration complexity.
- Optimizing embedded systems:Understand how to use cominit and crinit to address specific challenges in embedded systems, such as fast boot times, enhanced security through configuration-file checking, and eliminating unnecessary dependencies.
Resource type
Webinar recording
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