Make your own LiveCD with iBuild
Jan 31, 2005Make your own LiveCD with iBuild
ªQ: What is Intellibuild?
A: Intellibuild (iBuild) is a program that allows you to quickly and easily create your own custom GNU/Linux LiveCD Distribution (like Knoppix and Morphix). A LiveCD allows you to run linux from the CD-ROM without having to install it on the computer’s hard drive.ªQ: How does it work?
A: Quite simple, really (at least from the user’s perspective!). You simply open up a template, select which programs you want to be included, click on the “Build” button and wait. When iBuild is done, your custom .iso awaits you. All you have to do is burn and go.ªQ: No really, that’s too simple…
A: It may seem “too simple”, but remember that many, many hours have gone into the creation of iBuild to make it simple. You can simply create a pre-designed template or you can “root around” around a bit and make further customizations on your own – you’re own bootsplash image, custom program start-ups, etc.ªQ: Does iBuild have program xyz?
A: Yes and (maybe) Not Yet. Because iBuild builds your LiveCD using Debian, you have access to over 15,000 packages/programs that are present in the Debian distribution. Chances are the most popular programs are already included in iBuild (nearing 200 patches). If not, you can actually create one in under a minute if it’s a simple install. Our Howto explains how to do this. You can also pop into the IRC channel #morphix on irc.freenode.net and ask and quite possibly someone there will create the patch for you.ªQ: Sounds great! Now what?
A: Start by reading our Howto. A lot of time has been spent trying to make the Howto as user friendly as possible. It will walk you through the steps of preparing your system, downloading and installing iBuild, and even making a small customized LiveCD.
I haven’t had time to give this a try yet, but it certainly sounds interesting and easy!
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