PuppyLinux or PCBSD
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
ZPOOL create ZFS create How to use Disk Partitions in Single DISK ZFS setup
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Creating a tiny new GhostBSD package for sharing with others
Creating a tiny new GhostBSD / FreeBSD package for sharing with others, GURUs Generate_User_Report_for_Upload
#!/bin/sh
STAGEDIR=/tmp/stage
rm -rf ${STAGEDIR}
mkdir -p ${STAGEDIR}
cat >> ${STAGEDIR}/+PRE_DEINSTALL <<EOF
# careful here, this may clobber your system
echo "Resetting root shell"
pw usermod -n root -s /bin/csh
EOF
cat >> ${STAGEDIR}/+POST_INSTALL <<EOF
# careful here, this may clobber your system
echo "Registering root shell"
pw usermod -n root -s /bin/sh
EOF
./share/applications/generate_user_report.desktop #Desktop application file
./lib/guru/Makefile #Makefile
./lib/guru/README.md #Standard Readme file written in MarkDown language
./lib/guru/Report_fred-ghostbsd-pc1_2020-04-05_example.txt #Example Report.txt File created from User_Report.sh file
./lib/guru/User_Report.py #Python script file to create the GUI interface with a couple buttons
./lib/guru/User_Report.sh #Shell Script file
./lib/guru/applets-screenshooter.png #Icon file
No creation of these files from a Makefile is needed. I included a sample Makefile.
Freebsd pkg #manifest
Best simple use of "pkg create" tool Best description on the web
Packaging setup, usage, and explanation
How to make a binary package, using FreeBSD tools
Quick Porting example from Porters Handbook
https://forums.freebsd.org/threads/creating-a-pkg-with-pkg-create.88358/#post-602161 Pat Maddox March 2023 help with pkg creation
Section 3.2..2 porting pkg plist
Monday, February 6, 2023
Rice your PC to a Red Ferrari GhostBSD in 10 minutes flat!
Rice your PC to a Red Ferrari GhostBSD in 10 minutes flat!
Enhance your PC from a Ford Festiva to a Red Ferrari.
Test drive Ghostbsd.org/download "latest" version in 10 minutes flat!
This could be the most fun-to-drive Ferrari ever made
Tools to write image or .ISO file to a USB Flash drive:
Rufus is a utility that helps format and create bootable USB flash drives, such as USB keys/pendrives, memory sticks, etc.
It can be especially useful for cases where:
- you need to create USB installation media from bootable ISOs (Windows, Linux, UEFI, etc.)
- you need to work on a system that doesn't have an OS installed
- you need to flash a BIOS or other firmware from DOS
- you want to run a low-level utility
Despite its small size, Rufus provides everything you need!
This release is for Windows 7/8.1/10. It will should also work on Windows Server 2008/2012/2016 (although not tested by the developmers). For Windows XP/Vista, please use v0.9 (in the files archive).
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Trouble shooting FreeBSD Installation problems
Introduction:
FreeBSD is a powerful and reliable operating system that is widely used in servers and other critical systems. However, like any other software, it can sometimes be prone to issues during installation. In this blog post, we will discuss some common problems that you might encounter while installing FreeBSD and how to troubleshoot them.
Problem 1: Boot error
One of the most common problems that users face while installing FreeBSD is a boot error. This can be caused by a number of reasons, including a faulty installation media, a hardware issue, or a misconfigured BIOS.
To troubleshoot this problem, the first thing you should do is to check the integrity of the installation media. You can do this by running the "md5" command on the installation ISO file and comparing the output with the official checksum. If the checksum does not match, it means that the installation media is corrupt and you need to download a new ISO file.
If the checksum matches and you are still facing a boot error, it could be due to a hardware issue or a misconfigured BIOS. In this case, you should try booting from the installation media using a different computer or on a different hardware platform. If the problem persists, it could be due to a misconfigured BIOS, in which case you should try resetting the BIOS to its default settings.
Problem 2: Kernel panic
Another common problem that you might encounter during the installation of FreeBSD is a kernel panic. This can be caused by a number of reasons, including a faulty hardware component or a problem with the installation media.
To troubleshoot this problem, you should first try booting the installation media on a different computer or on a different hardware platform. If the problem persists, it could be due to a faulty hardware component, in which case you should try replacing the suspect component.
If the problem is not caused by hardware, it could be due to a problem with the installation media. In this case, you should try downloading a new ISO file and creating a new installation media.
Problem 3: "No bootable device" error
If you see the "No bootable device" error while trying to install FreeBSD, it could be due to a misconfigured BIOS or a problem with the installation media.
Introduction:
FreeBSD is a powerful and reliable operating system that is widely used in servers and other critical systems. However, like any other software, it can sometimes be prone to issues during installation. In this blog post, we will discuss some common problems that you might encounter while installing FreeBSD and how to troubleshoot them.
Problem 1: Boot error
One of the most common problems that users face while installing FreeBSD is a boot error. This can be caused by a number of reasons, including a faulty installation media, a hardware issue, or a misconfigured BIOS.
To troubleshoot this problem, the first thing you should do is to check the integrity of the installation media. You can do this by running the "md5" command on the installation ISO file and comparing the output with the official checksum. If the checksum does not match, it means that the installation media is corrupt and you need to download a new ISO file.
If the checksum matches and you are still facing a boot error, it could be due to a hardware issue or a misconfigured BIOS. In this case, you should try booting from the installation media using a different computer or on a different hardware platform. If the problem persists, it could be due to a misconfigured BIOS, in which case you should try resetting the BIOS to its default settings.
Problem 2: Kernel panic
Another common problem that you might encounter during the installation of FreeBSD is a kernel panic. This can be caused by a number of reasons, including a faulty hardware component or a problem with the installation media.
To troubleshoot this problem, you should first try booting the installation media on a different computer or on a different hardware platform. If the problem persists, it could be due to a faulty hardware component, in which case you should try replacing the suspect component.
If the problem is not caused by hardware, it could be due to a problem with the installation media. In this case, you should try downloading a new ISO file and creating a new installation media.
Problem 3: "No bootable device" error
If you see the "No bootable device" error while trying to install FreeBSD, it could be due to a misconfigured BIOS or a problem with the installation media.
To troubleshoot this problem, you should first check the BIOS settings and make sure that the boot order is correctly configured. The installation media should be set as the first boot device.
If the boot order is correctly configured and you are still facing the "No bootable device" error, it could be due to a problem with the installation media. In this case, you should try creating a new installation media using a different USB drive or DVD.
Conclusion:
Installing FreeBSD can sometimes be challenging, especially if you encounter problems during the process. However, by following the troubleshooting steps discussed in this blog post, you should be able to resolve most issues and successfully install the operating system.