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ALSA (Advanced Linux Sound Architecture)
The Linux audio subsystem providing kernel drivers and a user-space API for PCM streams, mixers and controls. Its ASoC layer splits an embedded audio path into codec, platform and machine drivers so parts can be reused across boards.
- Also known as
- ASoC, ALSA SoC
- Type
- Acronym
- Domain
- Embedded Software & Tools, Embedded Linux and drivers
Notes
The machine driver is the board-specific glue that names which codec is wired to which serial audio interface.
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