Thread: Difference between printf and printk

  1. 07-05-2011 #1
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    Difference between printf and printk

    Hi ,

    Any body give me clarity deference between printf and printk.

    1.where we use printk.

    i appreciate any response
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    printk is a kernel mode function to allow printf-like usage in driver modules. Dont use it anywhere else
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