CRUX

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CRUX is a lightweight Linux distribution for the x86-64 architecture targeted at experienced Linux users. The primary focus of this distribution is keep it simple, which is reflected in a straightforward tar.gz-based package system, BSD-style initscripts, and a relatively small collection of trimmed packages. The secondary focus is utilization of new Linux features and recent tools and libraries. CRUX also has a ports system which makes it easy to install and upgrade applications.

Booting

CRUX uses the LILO bootloader, rather than the newer GRUB.

Releases

CRUX Release History
Version Date
1.0 2002 December
1.1 2003 March
1.2 2003 August
1.3 2003 December
1.3.1 2004 February
2.0 2004 March
2.1 2005 April
2.2 2006 April
2.3 2007 March
2.4 2007 December
2.5 2008 December
2.6 2009 September
2.7 2010 October
2.7.1 2011 November
2.8 2012 October
3.0 2013 January
3.1 2014 July

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