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Everything about Damn Small Linux

Lightweight, desktop-oriented Linux distribution

Damn Small Linux (DSL) is a Linux distribution for the x86 family of personal computers. It is free and open-source software under the terms of the GNU GPL and other free and open-source licenses. DSL is designed to run graphical user interface applications on older PC hardware, but the exact specifications required differ significantly between the original version and the modern version. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: Damn Small LinuxA 5-minute orientation
  2. Pick up a classic book: The official Damn Small Linux bookThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  3. Go sideways: KnoppixA closely related topic
  4. Go sideways: Tiny Core LinuxA closely related topic

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🗂️ The subject at a glance

  1. History
  2. System requirements
  3. Features
  4. Boot options
  5. The MyDSL system
  6. Versions and ports
  7. Live USB
  8. Status

🏆 Landmark papers (most cited)

📚 Books worth reading

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