What are the installation instructions in the Gentoo Handbook?
This handbook contains the installation instructions for an Internet-based installation and some additional sections for working with Gentoo’s native software tools such as the OpenRC init system and the Portage package manager. This chapter introduces the installation approach documented in this handbook.
How to use Gentoo source mirrors for Portage downloads?
To use a source mirror for Portage downloads, add a URL from the list below to the GENTOO_MIRRORS variable in make.conf . More information is available in our wiki. We also have a second type of mirrors that you use for updating your Portage tree (configured via repos.conf ). They are available on a separate page .
What kind of initscript format does Gentoo use?
Gentoo uses a special initscript format which, among other features, allows dependency-driven decisions and virtual initscripts. This chapter explains all these aspects and explains how to deal with these scripts. Environment variables can be easily managed with Gentoo.
What is the l10n variable in Gentoo Linux?
A USE_EXPAND variable called L10N decides which extra localization support will be installed. This is commonly used for downloads of additional language packs by packages. Similar to LINGUAS, the variable takes a space separated list of language tags, and it can be set in /etc/portage/make.conf : ## (Add in the L10N variable.
Can you start gentoo with just an ISO file?
Of course, with just an ISO file downloaded, the Gentoo Linux installation cannot be started. The ISO file needs to be burned on a CD to boot from, and in such a way that its content is burned on the CD, not just the file itself.
What kind of OS does Gentoo come with?
Gentoo offers builds for i486 (supports all families) and i686 (supports Pentium and higher or compatible). Variants include: i486, i686, AMD Athlon, Intel Core, and some Intel Atoms. Can’t the Handbook be dynamically generated for each installation choice?
What do you need to know about Gentoo development?
Readers who desire to learn more about developing Gentoo can take a look at the Development guide. This guide provides instructions on writing ebuilds, working with eclasses, and provides definitions for many general concepts behind Gentoo development. Gentoo is a robust, flexible, and excellently maintained distribution.
How to change the use variable in Gentoo?
Do not alter any make.defaults file to tailor the USE variable to personal needs though: changes in these files will be undone when the Gentoo repository is updated! To change this default setting, add or remove keywords to/from the USE variable. This is done globally by defining the USE variable in /etc/portage/make.conf.