Understanding the EEVDF Scheduler in Linux Kernel

Understanding the EEVDF Scheduler in Linux Kernel

Linux 6.6 uses the EEVDF (Earliest Eligible Virtual Deadline First) scheduler to replace the CFS (Completely Fair Scheduler). Linux 6.12 completes the EEVDF scheduler by improving the handling of sleep process latency and supporting process time slice settings. The EEVDF scheduler considers schedule latency as one of the factors in process scheduling, ensuring fair allocation … Read more