System calls and the user/kernel boundary

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Wave 3 · Mechanisms · T60.05

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The question

How can you trace an application crossing into the kernel through a system call?

What we will work through

Trace an application crossing into the kernel through a system call.

Before you begin

Previously covered: Processes and virtual memory.

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