question about linux not directly about programming

mutazoid

what is the difference between a module and a library?

Thanks

mariabilas

A library is a file containing compiled code from various object files stuffed into a single file. A kernel module is a standalone-file typically used to add support for new hardware. Source: http://linux-bible.com/kernel-module/

ZXY_201314

a module run in KERNEL space, but a library run in userspace