GaryOS is an entire GNU/Linux system in a single bootable file. It is also a Builder system to create and package Gentoo installations.

Builder creates custom root filesystems that GaryOS can load into memory in place of its own. GaryOS can build new or updated versions of itself from within itself.

Primary uses:

* System rescue and recovery
* Anonymous and secure workstation
* GNU/Linux learning environment
* Installation of Gentoo

Unique advantages:

* Source-based distributions are more flexible and powerful than binary ones
* A single Kernel file is easier to manage and boot than an ISO image
* GaryOS is stored on media as a resident of it, not the purpose of it

No other GNU/Linux distribution takes the same approach or has the same features as GaryOS.

Features

  • Optimized source-based Gentoo system with GNU toolchain
  • Fast in-memory filesystem does not require a physical device
  • Can be booted from anywhere a Linux Kernel can
  • Upgrades are as simple as replacing the file

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License

GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux

Languages

English

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers, Quality Engineers, Security Professionals, System Administrators, Testers

User Interface

Command-line, Console/Terminal, X Window System (X11)

Programming Language

Unix Shell

Related Categories

Unix Shell Systems Administration Software, Unix Shell Operating System Kernels, Unix Shell Operating Systems, Unix Shell Live CD Distro, Unix Shell Virtualization Software

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2014-02-28