Sending off kernel patches

Hi all! I'm new to kernel development and I have just started learning how to create linux kernel patches. I would like to know how the 'signing off' and 'acknowledgment' processes work? I'm assuming that I as the patch author I need to sign off, but who do I send the file to so that it can be acknowledged? Do I need to find an individual who's actively involved in kernel development? Thanks in advance! Adhir Sent via my BlackBerry from Vodacom - let your email find you!