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Re: kernel compilation time
>
> It doesn't sound normal to me. try to do
> /usr/bin/time make bzlilo >& log
> and see the %CPU. If it not close to 100%, then You either run other
> things that take CPU time, or you swap alot. Try running it without Xwindows.
> Last time I compiled a kernel (2.2.5) on my old 486-66 with 64MB, it was
> 52:45.21elapsed 97%CPU. Of course, you probably have another set of
> drivers and stuff, and the 64MB do help.
> Also, try running top on another VC, and see how much swapping you do.
>
You can always do "make -j 2". This will probably help you
do it slightly faster. Good rule - run make -j N+1 where
N is number of CPU's in your computer.
Meir
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