The article discusses how the Linux kernel executes ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) binaries, detailing the structure of ELF files and the process involved in loading them. It explains the key components of the ELF format, including program header entries, and describes the steps the kernel takes to prepare and execute an ELF binary, emphasizing the complexity of the handling process.

The article explores the intricate process that occurs between a program's execution request to the OS kernel and the execution of the main function. It delves into the execve system call, the structure of ELF executable files, and the various components involved in loading and executing a program on Linux systems.