Announcing Lin0 v0.0.1

Published: 2024-09-29

I'm pleased to publicly share that Lin0 has reached v0.0.1 and can be downloaded or built for end users.

Lin0 (Linux zero) is a super minimal source-based linux meta-distribution, primarily aimed at power users or minimalism enthusiasts. It was born from exercises in how minimal a linux system can get.

At this time we provide 3 optimized images: Pinebook Pro, RPi3B+ and HP Elite Desk G1 800, as well as generic amd64 and arm64 images. In any case you can clone the repo and build for your architecture.

Lin0 leverages a small system built from scratch using a selected list of software, which includes:

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The logo is a willow tree, which reminds me of the wise tree in the Pocahontas movie, it is also a small homage for my son William.

Obtaining

Please refer to the project site for the download links, there are tarballs, a docker image and instructions to build your root filesystem.

Roadmap

The big plan is having a complete project with many supported targets, I plan to provide images for more platforms but that's the hard part, since I do not have the hardware right now. Other things planned are:

Contributions can be made by email using the common git email workflow. More info on the project's page. The mailing list is also very open to discussions and side topics, you are very welcome.

Thanks!

So far I only published it here and on TabNews, and I think it had a good reception. Finally, I'd like to emphasize my commitment to creating open and quality software that can make a change to a better software ecosystem, and Lin0 is my current endeavor for it. Let's build together a great community for Lin0!