Making A Kernel
I am decent at using Linux. I have heard a lot about how building your own Kernel (with only what you need in it) can equate a faster system. I have never done this before and have no idea where to start.
I would like to build the new 2.6.1 kernel into my Slackware 9.1 distro. I know I have to download the full source file, and do a "make menuconfig".
How am I supposed to know what I need and what I don't need? Sorry, I am very new at this, if anyone would be privvy to walking me (via AIM) through the "configuration" process would be much appreciated. Thank you.
EDIT: Sry, I should mention I am using this guide to recompile the kernel. It's just the "configuration" stage that I am confused on.
EDIT II: Big thanks to
alien88. My kernel is now configured. Thanks to all who offered to help.
I would like to build the new 2.6.1 kernel into my Slackware 9.1 distro. I know I have to download the full source file, and do a "make menuconfig".
How am I supposed to know what I need and what I don't need? Sorry, I am very new at this, if anyone would be privvy to walking me (via AIM) through the "configuration" process would be much appreciated. Thank you.
EDIT: Sry, I should mention I am using this guide to recompile the kernel. It's just the "configuration" stage that I am confused on.
EDIT II: Big thanks to
alien88. My kernel is now configured. Thanks to all who offered to help. 