In-kernel web server

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An in-kernel web server is an unlimited HTTP server that runs in kernel space or equivalent. It is also known as "accelerator".

Benefits

Drawbacks

  • Security: Kernel processes run with unlimited privileges.
  • Portability. Every kernel needs a specific implementation route.
  • Reliability. Failure in the webserver may crash the OS.

Implementations


See also

References

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