Difference between ROM and Kernel

[willenium_1217]

OK maybe someone can answer a stupid NOOB question. What is the difference between a ROM and a Kernel? I seem to be really confused on this1

 

[DroidXcon]

OK maybe someone can answer a stupid NOOB question. What is the difference between a ROM and a Kernel? I seem to be really confused on this1

think of it like that, ROM is the operating system like windows xp , and kernel is the drivers that make the hardware and software work together

 

[Ytaay]

OK maybe someone can answer a stupid NOOB question. What is the difference between a ROM and a Kernel? I seem to be really confused on this1

Required reading for noobs: General ROM FAQ by Jerry Hildenbrand

Good basic overview to help build your knowledge base. Enjoy.

 

[willenium_1217]

Required reading for noobs: General ROM FAQ by Jerry Hildenbrand

Good basic overview to help build your knowledge base. Enjoy.

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