Compiling the Linux Kernel

Why compile your own kernel?

1. Fastest access to new code
   • bug fixes
   • device drivers
2. It is a learning experience regarding
   • range of available kernel features
   • new/experimental features
3. You can build a smaller kernel
   • uses less memory
   • doesn't include features you're not using
4. Easier to maintain than rpms
   • patches are smaller to download
   • easy to make adjustments