Linux Bootloaders

Discussions center on Linux kernel booting challenges, bootloaders like GRUB and systemd-boot, initramfs integration, full disk encryption, and dual-boot configurations.

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hendry Oct 3, 2018 View on HN

Puzzled that systemd/bootctl isn't mentioned.

Thaxll Nov 19, 2013 View on HN

You still can't boot your own kernel...

nwah1 Jan 5, 2020 View on HN

Yea, by default. Last time I tried it manually, the kernel wouldn't boot. Best to have these things handled for you.

exikyut Nov 19, 2017 View on HN

Makes sense. I should hope there is such an option, for OS/boot debugging etc!!

doublepg23 Feb 4, 2022 View on HN

Don't boot the new kernel?

fpoling Sep 23, 2025 View on HN

Does the system use a boot loader? Or does it boot directly into kernel bypassing bootloaders?

kiririn Jul 19, 2024 View on HN

That requires being able to boot in the first place

Sesse__ Apr 18, 2023 View on HN

Yes, it means you need a reboot at the very least, and initramfs integration.

MeteorMarc Nov 25, 2025 View on HN

Seems reasonable our grey mass needs a bootloader.

prmoustache Oct 22, 2025 View on HN

Can anyone expect booting from it?