Re: [tlug] BSD and Linux (was:Linux and Windows {2k|Xp|Vista}

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> Date: Sat, 21 Oct 2006 08:44:24 -0400
> From: Scott Robbins <scottro@example.com>
> Subject: Re: [tlug] BSD and Linux (was:Linux and Windows {2k|Xp|Vista}
> 	Comparison)
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> In this case, I'm using the term "base Linux system" to mean 
> only the kernel, developed by the kernel people.  Then, each 
> distribution puts its own version of base tools on it.  (Or 
> in the case of 
> kitchen sink distros, more than the base tools.)  
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> Practically speaking, I'll certainly concede that is a 
> misleading definition, as even the minimalist distros include 
> various tools, including, for example, a shell.  (I should 
> thank you for forcing me to write more clearly though.)
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Will the kernel even boot by itself?
I mean, what would it do if there was not at least a shell?