Why does .map file have _variable names and not just variable names?
In embedded software, why does the .map file have _variable names and not just variable names? A particular variable name in code doesn't start with underscore. Then, why does this variable start with an underscore in .map file?
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In embedded 'c' language source code, variable foo is defined. In Executable and Linking Format(ELF) formatted .map file it's _foo or __foo. What conflict is there? Why not foo in .map file?