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Recursive Read Deadlocks: Detection and Prevention in Linux Kernel

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This talk explains recursive read/write-lock deadlocks in the Linux kernel and how lockdep can be adapted to detect them. It focuses on the detection algorithm, its correctness, and implementation details.

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Introduction
Topics
Detecting Deadlocks
Locked Up
River Lock
Block Condition
Read Lock Example
Conditions of Read Lock
Strong Dependency
Lock Condition
Dependency Graph
Implementation
Conclusion
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