Background Information
Linux From Scratch (abbreviated as LFS) is a Linux installation and a project that guides users through building their own Linux system from source code. Unlike most Linux distributions, which provide users with pre-built packages and a pre-configured environment, LFS aims to give its users the knowledge and tools to create a Linux system tailored to their needs from source code.
The process involves compiling the Linux kernel, libraries, and utilities from scratch, giving users complete control over their system's structure, contents, and functionality. LFS is not just an educational tool; it also serves as a foundation for creating a fully personalized Linux system, tailored to specific needs and preferences.
Technical Specifications
General Information
- Developer: Gerard Beekmans et al
- Licensing: Creative Commons Licenses (CC BY-NC-SA and MIT License)
- OS Family: Linux (Unix-like)
- Initial Release Date: December 1999
- Latest Release Date: March 2024
Availability Information
- Languages: Multilingual
- Platforms: IA-32, x86-64
System Information
- Working State: Current
- Source Model: Open Source
- Update Method: Source-Based
- Package manager: N/A
- Default User Interface: Command Line Interface
Recommended Host Distributions
System Hardware Requirements
| Minimal Requirements | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1 GHz Single-core Processor | Quad-core Processor (2+ GHz) |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Disk Space | 10 GB | 20 GB or Greater |
| Network | Ethernet or Wi-Fi Adapter | Ethernet or Wi-Fi Adapter |