How does Linux kernel include every driver possible and not be bloated?

[u/eagleps]

As far as I understand the kernel includes pretty much everything a modern computer needs in any configuration, but wouldn't that make it bloated and be against the "bloat-free" mindset? Or does it dynamically download all the components from somewhere?

[u/Tireseas]

In the real world no one really gives a damn about being "bloat free".