Guides for installing Linux distributions Linux installation instructions for various distros
Guides for installing Linux distributions Linux installation instructions for various distros
I’ve discovered Arch, Gentoo, and LFS as some of the toughest Linux distros to set up. After extensive effort, I’ve compiled the installation commands with clear explanations. I’ve finalized repos for Arch and Gentoo, and I’m currently working on one for LFS (no deadline yet, but progress is ongoing). You’re welcome to use, share, or contribute via the links provided. Edited June 1, 2022 by .wncry clarified wording.
Heh, you haven't built it yourself from scratch on Debian then. Back when Debian was released, they had 10 CDs. There are other direct "parent" systems too—Red Hat, Arch, Slackware maybe. Not sure. I don’t know. It’s a pain, actually, because Ubuntu is built on top of Debian. Edited June 1, 2022 by Bombastinator
I’m not sure what you mean, so could you help clarify your request?
I’m going to attempt this. I believed I had it straight. It also suggests there’s a mistake somewhere that could be genuine. This might become quite lengthy. According to what I know, there’s only one Linux kernel led by Linus Torvalds. Attached are “distros,” though there are various levels within them. Apparently, Red Hat stands out as distinct from most others—Debian and Slackware, which I haven’t encountered much. It could be referring to Apple-related releases. I have a faint memory of a distro named “yellow dog” that was based on Slackware. Debian is massive. (Redhat might also be significant, though I’m unsure) When Ubuntu was first developed, it was a streamlined version built from Debian, using only certain components. I recognize that modifications have been made to Ubuntu as well, so there’s even more customization possible. Complete Debian releases typically encapsulate nearly everything. There are numerous approaches to achieve different goals. Some users, for instance, rejected systemD and opted for alternatives unrelated to it. At one point, you could create an installation without any systemD components at all. I’m not certain if that’s still feasible. To accomplish this, you’d need to assemble Debian from scratch instead of using Ubuntu—which itself was a modified Debian with added code—and that process could take days or weeks, making it impractical for many.
Edited June 1, 2022 by Bombastinator
Well then, if you're unsure, perhaps it's best not to debate it. There are many variations, though it's accurate that all Linux distributions rely on some version of Linux by nature. Red Hat isn't fundamentally different from Debian just as Slackware isn't. This isn't a complete overhaul; rather, it was an effort to create a more beginner-friendly experience by refining the interface and installation steps. Today, they mostly share a package manager, though modern Ubuntu versions aren't necessarily direct descendants of Debian releases. In fact, what modern distros lacking Debian might be missing is something specific—Debian's official builds include systemd, while other distros can install alternative init systems if you're comfortable with the process. I believe this is confusing, but removing an existing init system to use another isn't a simple task and isn't presented as a unique Debian-only feature.
Its brevity allows fast setups. I designed this to skip the lengthy manuals that often contain unnecessary details for installation. These instructions cover installing Arch and Gentoo, though they might not appeal to everyone—beginners could still find value.
Are you trying to set up a complicated setup when something straightforward like Mint can get installed in just a minute and under eight minutes? Then it makes sense to use it for your tasks instead of wrestling with the operating system. Easy.
I mentioned one of those earlier about steering clear of system D, which also hints at being over 50; sometimes you need something old for a specific use. On the other side, it really depends on who you are, and that’s often the case for many people. Linus Torvalds seems to have a different take on it.
It's not complicated, it's straightforward. This lets you create the Linux distribution you desire without much hassle.