Module-Init-Tools

The Module-Init-Tools package is an essential set of programs, designed for managing kernel modules effectively in Linux kernels greater than or equal to version 2.5.47. As a software reviewer, I must say, it is crucial for anyone who wants to use Linux comfortably.

The installation process is straightforward and detailed in the following steps:

1. First of all, you need to configure the package. If you want to install it in the /sbin directory, you can run the command './configure --prefix=/' followed by 'make moveold.' This command will rename the previous insmod, modprobe, rmmod, and lsmod to their corresponding old versions.

Alternatively, if you want to install the package in the /usr/local/sbin directory, you can run the command './configure' followed by 'make links.' With this command, the package will make links to the previous insmod, modprobe, rmmod, and lsmod, which are already present in the /sbin directory.

2. The next step is to build the package. To do so, you can run 'make' followed by 'make install.'

3. For those who are using it for the first time; it is recommended to convert the old modules.conf to modprobe.conf. You can execute the command './generate-modprobe.conf /etc/modprobe.conf' to complete this step.

4. If you are using devfs, copy modprobe.devfs to /etc directory.

5. After installing a new kernel, run "depmod" with the new kernel's version eg: depmod 2.5.50 to ensure that everything runs smoothly.

6. Finally, for those who like to hack into the source code, can execute "aclocal && automake --add-missing --copy && autoconf."

If you find this process too complicated, then you can install the source rpm or Debian package instead of following the above steps. In conclusion, Module-Init-Tools package is an excellent management system and a must-have for any Linux user.