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LinuxBoot is the concept of using a Linux kernel and initramfs as a bootloader.
It is an example of multiple
discovery, having been
implemented numerous times.
Why?
Improves boot reliability by replacing lightly-tested firmware drivers with
hardened Linux drivers.
Improves boot time by removing unnecessary code. Typically makes boot 20
times faster.
Allows customization of the initrd runtime to support site-specific needs
(both device drivers as well as custom executables).
Proven approach for
