How to Choose a Software Update Mechanism for Embedded Linux Devices

Overview

Explore various software update mechanisms for embedded Linux devices in this 39-minute conference talk by Leon Anavi from Konsulko Group. Learn about popular build systems, including Debian, and compare AB updates with delta updates. Discover the benefits of using containers and open-source solutions like Rock and Metaroute Community. Dive into practical examples, understanding how different update mechanisms work, including Mandrake Data Partition, AP Updates, and Single File Artifact. Examine the concepts of live images, read-only systems, and meta virtualization. Gain insights into user move strategies and actualization processes to effectively manage software updates for embedded Linux devices.

Syllabus

Introduction
Agenda
Build System
Popular Build Systems
Debian
Octo
Delta Updates
AB Updates vs Delta Updates
Using Containers
Combinations
Open Source
RockRock
Metaroute Community
Example
How it works
Mandrake Data Partition
Mandrrake AP Updates
Mandrake Single File Artifact
Mandrrake Addons
Live Image
Read Only
Meta Virtualization
Linux Tree
User Move
Actualizer
Conclusion