Zen-kernel core

Zen-kernel is a series of patches and improvements that were made to the original Linux kernel to improve the performance and reactivity of the system. It was created by Con Kolivas and contains many optimizations, including improved processing of the number of tasks, support for high-performance multithreading, improved multimedia performance and much more. Zen-kernel is used in certain Linux distributions, such as ArcoLinux, Manjaro Linux and Clear Linux.

Zen-kernel Features

Zen-kernel is designed to optimize the performance, reactivity and efficiency of the Linux kernel. Here are some features of this core:

1. Task Scheduler Optimization: Includes patches that improve the kernel's ability to handle a large number of tasks.
2. Acceleration of working with files: includes patches that improve the performance of working with files — read, write and cache.
3. Memory Optimization: Includes patches that improve memory management and work with it.
4. Increased performance of network interfaces: Patches are provided that improve the performance of network interfaces, which is especially important for servers.
5. Improved Multimedia support: Patches are provided that improve support for audio, video and other multimedia functions.
6. Improved Multiprocessing: Patches are provided that improve multiprocessing, which significantly increases performance on systems with multiple cores.
7. Improved work with hard drives: Patches are provided that improve the performance of working with hard drives.

Provides higher performance, improved performance, stability and reliability of the system, which is especially important for users who require maximum performance.

Pros and cons of the modified kernel

Some advantages of the core:

1. Improved Performance: Provides higher performance compared to the standard Linux kernel. The system works faster and more reactive.
2. Improved multiprocessing: optimized to work with multi-core processors, which ensures more efficient use of system resources.
3. Improved Memory Handling: Optimized for memory handling, which reduces system load and increases performance.
4. Improved Hard Disk Performance: Improves hard disk performance, allowing data read/write operations to be performed faster.
5. Improved Multimedia support: Provides a variety of functions and settings in order to ensure the best sound and video playback.
6. Compatibility: Compatible with many Linux distributions.7. Advanced Settings: Zen-kernel provides many additional settings and parameters that can be configured to improve the performance and efficiency of the system.

Among the disadvantages should be noted:

1. Installation and Configuration complexity: Using Zen-kernel may require additional installation and configuration steps, which can be difficult for relatively newbies.
2. Compatibility with some distributions: May not work on all distributions, as some Linux distributions may have their own kernels with unique features and optimizations.
3. Incompatibility with some software: Some third-party programs or drivers may not work with Zen-kernel due to differences in functionality and compatibility.
4. Limited support: Linux Foundation is not supported and does not have a wide community of users, which may lead to limited availability of support and updates.
5. The need for updates: It may have several versions, and the user may need to update the kernel regularly to stay at the peak of system performance and security.

It can be useful for certain use cases, but before choosing it, you need to make sure that it is compatible with the Linux distribution and that the necessary drivers and software are available.

Zen-kernel installation procedure

The installation of Zen-kernel may vary depending on the Linux operating system and the installation method.

Here is the general procedure for installing Zen-kernel on Ubuntu or another Debian-like system using a terminal:

Before installing, update the packages and install the necessary dependencies:

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade
sudo apt install git build-essential libssl-dev libncurses-dev bison flex libelf-dev

Download and unpack Zen-kernel files using Git:

git clone https://github.com/zen-kernel/zen-kernel.git

Go to the zen-kernel folder and run the automatic kernel build script:

cd zen-kernel
./build.sh

The build process may take some time. After the build is completed, Zen-kernel will be installed on your system.

After installation, restart the computer so that the Zen-kernel starts working.

After reboot, you can check if Zen-kernel is currently in use by running the command:

uname -a

If the output of the command contains "zen", it means that Zen-kernel is successfully installed and running on your system.

The installation process may vary depending on your Linux version and installation method, so make sure you follow the instructions that apply to your specific situation.