Lexicon Entry

LTO (Link-Time Optimization)

An optimization technique where the compiler defers optimization until link time, enabling cross-module analysis.

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Apr 28, 2026

Linker Explained: How Object Files Become Executables (Static & LTO)

Learn how the linker transforms object files into executables. Explore symbol resolution, relocation records, static vs dynamic linking, and Link-Time Optimization with real readelf and nm examples.