SamLinux From Scratch

You're Almost Done

At this point, you have a working base Linux system. Now it’s time to finalize SamLinux and make it usable day-to-day.

1. Clean Up

rm -rf /tools
strip --strip-debug /usr/lib/*
strip --strip-unneeded /usr/{bin,sbin}/*

This removes temporary files and reduces binary sizes.

2. Create Bootable ISO (Optional)

If you want to share SamLinux, create a bootable ISO:

grub-mkrescue -o samlinux.iso /boot

3. Add Your Branding

• Change the bootloader banner
• Create /etc/issue and /etc/motd
• Add a logo or splash image (if using a GUI)

4. Save the Build

Create a compressed archive of the entire system:

cd /
tar -czpf samlinux.tar.gz *

5. Done 🎉

Congratulations! You now have a minimal, source-built Linux OS called SamLinux.

“You don’t really understand a system until you build it yourself.”

Where to Go From Here

• Add a desktop environment
• Port a package manager (e.g. pkgsrc, pacman)
• Host your ISO or book online
• Customize your own SamLinux distro for others