Targeted at experienced Linux users, this Linux distribution is lightweight and easy to use.
CRUX is a Linux distribution that boasts simplicity and is perfect for experienced Linux users. Its package system is based on a tar.gz format which is easy to use along with BSD-style initscripts. CRUX has a small collection of trimmed packages with a focus on new Linux features and recent tools and libraries.
The distribution's secondary focus is on its ports system which makes it simple to install and upgrade applications. The CRUX system is perfect for creating new packages and updating old ones, and you can optimize packages for your processor using the "-march=i686" command. CRUX also helps to keep your filesystem clean as it avoids adding files that you'll never use such as /usr/doc.
If you need more information about a specific program, CRUX suggests finding and looking up the information online. Additionally, developers have made sure that the distribution uses the latest stable versions of packages without sacrificing quality. Finally, users can take advantage of new features offered by recent Linux kernels including devfs, reiserfs, and ext3fs, making it an excellent choice for experienced Linux users.
If you're looking for a clean and solid Linux distribution to form the foundation of your installation, then CRUX is a great choice. It's perfect for those who prefer to edit configuration files with an editor and don't hesitate to download and compile programs. If you're an experienced Linux user that esteems simplicity, then CRUX is the distribution for you.
The distribution's secondary focus is on its ports system which makes it simple to install and upgrade applications. The CRUX system is perfect for creating new packages and updating old ones, and you can optimize packages for your processor using the "-march=i686" command. CRUX also helps to keep your filesystem clean as it avoids adding files that you'll never use such as /usr/doc.
If you need more information about a specific program, CRUX suggests finding and looking up the information online. Additionally, developers have made sure that the distribution uses the latest stable versions of packages without sacrificing quality. Finally, users can take advantage of new features offered by recent Linux kernels including devfs, reiserfs, and ext3fs, making it an excellent choice for experienced Linux users.
If you're looking for a clean and solid Linux distribution to form the foundation of your installation, then CRUX is a great choice. It's perfect for those who prefer to edit configuration files with an editor and don't hesitate to download and compile programs. If you're an experienced Linux user that esteems simplicity, then CRUX is the distribution for you.
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