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KRAK3N
KRAK3N is a lightweight, minimalist source based Linux distribution built from the ground up for speed, simplicity, and full user control. Designed for advanced users and tinkerers.
Quick start
ports -u # sync the ports tree
prt-get depinst linux linux-firmware # build and install, with dependencies
prt-get sysup # stay current on the rolling release
Why KRAK3N
Name
krak3n - lean Linux, built from source
Description
Source-based
Build every package from its port, tuned for your machine. Prebuilt binaries are there when you need them.
Independent
Built entirely from scratch, not derived from another distribution.
KISS
Keep It Simple, Stupid. A small system you can read and understand.
Rolling release
Install once, use forever.
No systemd
No systemd and no elogind. Just runit.
Full control
Made for advanced users and tinkerers who want to own their system.
See also
docs(1), ports(8), development(7)