It looks like I am going to have to compile from source, certain linux kernel / world / toolchain / apps (coreboot & OpenWRT for example). As I see it, I could either use a vmware environment or a /compat/linux layer. For the layer in ports there are 3 choices from what I can tell:
1. Redhat/Fedora: emulators/linux_base-f10
2. Gento: emulators/linux_base-gentoo-stage3
3. and finally, Debian sysutils/debootstrap. However, debootstrap boasts this plus:
Q2. If I need to install dependent packages for the build (say gcc): Download the package (.rpm / .deb), chroot into the linux environment and extract / install the package in the chroot environment - is that right?
Q3. git / svn the source files and build while chrooted.
Have I missed anything in this summary?
What is your actual experience or difficulties encountered?
Thanks All
1. Redhat/Fedora: emulators/linux_base-f10
2. Gento: emulators/linux_base-gentoo-stage3
3. and finally, Debian sysutils/debootstrap. However, debootstrap boasts this plus:
Q1. I am partial to #3 (Debian); any objections? I have emulators/linux_base-f10 installed for using flash. Does flash work under the Debian compat?
Q2. If I need to install dependent packages for the build (say gcc): Download the package (.rpm / .deb), chroot into the linux environment and extract / install the package in the chroot environment - is that right?
Q3. git / svn the source files and build while chrooted.
Have I missed anything in this summary?
What is your actual experience or difficulties encountered?
Thanks All