Explore the unique aspects of the Android Open Source Project compared to other Linux distributions in this comprehensive 52-minute conference talk. Delve into the Linux and Android architectures, examining kernel modifications, branching models, and source code organization. Investigate the Android build system, rootfs structure, and partition layouts. Learn about remote connections, native layer components, and the init system. Discover the Hardware Abstraction Layer, Binder framework, system services, and application components. Gain insights into Android's approach to fragmentation and understand key differences that set AOSP apart from traditional Linux distributions.
What Differs the Android Open Source Project from Other Linux Distributions?