Re: Linux OS boilerplate

Alan Cox
2001-02-19T01:47:17Z

> I've been poring over the x86 boot code for a while now and I've been
> considering writing a FAQ on the boot process (mostly for my own use,
> but maybe others will be interested). This would include all relevant
> information on setting up the x86 hardware for a boot (timers, PIC, A20,
> protected mode, GDT, initial page tables, initial TSS, etc).

It would certainly be a valuable piece for the kernel Documentation dir.
Paticularly as people with embedded x86 grow keener and keener to boot
biosless to save money and flash.