loader2nd
Loader2nd is a term used to describe a second-stage bootloader component in some boot architectures. It functions after the initial bootloader (stage 1) has transferred control, and is responsible for locating, validating, and loading the operating system kernel and initial ramdisk into memory before handing control to the kernel.
Typical responsibilities include interpreting boot configuration, selecting kernel variants, loading kernel and initrd from a storage
Security features are a common focus: signature verification, secure boot integration, and optional decryption of encrypted
Implementation and platforms: loader2nd is used in embedded devices and Linux-based systems; it is designed to
Deployment and maintenance: loader2nd can be stored in a dedicated partition, ROM, or flash memory or loaded
See also: multistage boot process, bootloader, second-stage loader, secure boot.