Startup Configuration

This page allows you to choose options for starting up your computer.

What is a bootloader?

A bootloader is the program that runs when you power on your computer. The bootloader is responsible for locating Adélie Linux and/or other operating environments on your computer, and then loading them in to memory.

What option should I choose?

Typically, you should always choose to install a bootloader unless you have a configuration that will use a different method of booting.


What are the kernel options?

The kernel options disclosure allows you to choose which Linux kernel you want to use on your computer. Only change these options if you have hardware that requires it, or your administrator or hardware manufacturer has told you that you need a special kernel.