This online article from Linux Journal magazine explains how to create dedicated Linux CD mini-distributions that boot and launch only what is necessary for a specific application. The author goes through a detailed example of building a mini-distribution, including compiling the kernel, creating the filesystem, and using space-saving components like BusyBox and uClibc. The example used is a mini-distro that boots and plays audio/video files stored on a CD — but the possibilities of this approach are endless . . .

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