Draft:Netboot.xyz
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This submission appears to read more like an advertisement than an entry in an encyclopedia. Encyclopedia articles need to be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources, not just to materials produced by the creator of the subject being discussed. This is important so that the article can meet Wikipedia's verifiability policy and the notability of the subject can be established. If you still feel that this subject is worthy of inclusion in Wikipedia, please rewrite your submission to comply with these policies. Declined by Idoghor Melody 3 months ago. | |
Comment: Please rewrite the article to explain why netboot.xyz is notable and of interest according to independent, reliable sources. Simply stating what it is and what it can do is not sufficient. Sentences like: "This tool is particularly useful for system administrators and IT professionals" are WP:PROMO. Don't say it's useful, say who specifically uses it (if it does have users), with a citation. If it does not have users, it would not be notable. Caleb Stanford (talk) 03:59, 23 March 2025 (UTC)
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 netboot.xyz 2.0.84 | |
| Developer(s) | Antony Messerli (aka antonym) |
|---|---|
| Initial release | November 25, 2015 |
| Stable release | 2.0.85
/ February 23, 2025 |
| Repository | netboot.xyz on GitHub |
| Operating system | Cross-platform (Windows, Linux) |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
netboot.xyz is an open source network boot utility that enables users to boot into various operating systems and utilities over the network. Based on the iPXE project, it provides a customizable and dynamic boot menu for network-based operating system installations. [1] Since its launch in 2015, netboot.xyz has been adopted by web hosting providers, educational institutions, and IT professionals for managing and deploying operating systems across multiple machines.
Overview
[edit]netboot.xyz allows users to boot operating system installers or utilities directly from network sources, eliminating the need for physical installation media such as USB drives or CDs. The tool supports a wide range of operating systems, including:
- Linux distributions (e.g., Fedora, OpenSUSE, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu)
- BSD variants
- Microsoft Windows installation environments
- System utilities for recovery and diagnostics
The project has been recognized for its lightweight approach to network booting, using minimal installer kernels instead of full ISO images. This capability has made it a practical choice for organizations managing large-scale deployments or remote server provisioning.
Adoption and Integration
[edit]netboot.xyz has been integrated into LinuxBoot, a firmware project aimed at improving boot reliability and flexibility in data centers.[2] This integration highlights its technical relevance in the network booting ecosystem. Additionally, several hosting providers have incorporated netboot.xyz into their infrastructure:
- Equinix: Uses netboot.xyz in their bare metal provisioning system, as documented in their technical resources.[3]
- Vultr: Offers netboot.xyz as a feature for server deployment, enabling customers to boot operating systems directly from the network.[4]
Educational institutions have also adopted netboot.xyz for managing computer labs, where its network-based approach simplifies the setup and maintenance of multiple machines.
Technical Details
[edit]netboot.xyz supports multiple architectures, including:
- IA-32
- x86-64
- ARM64
It also includes a range of utilities for system rescue and recovery, such as disk cloning, partitioning tools, and diagnostic utilities.
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Meet netboot xyz - Network Boot Any Operating System". Techno Tim. 11 November 2023. Retrieved 11 Nov 2023.
- ^ "LinuxBoot Pulls In netboot.xyz For Easily Booting Different OS Installers". Phoronix. Phoronix Media. Retrieved 5 May 2021.
- ^ "Using netboot.xyz example". Equinix.
- ^ "iPXE Boot Feature". VULTR.
External links
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- netboot.xyz on GitHub
- YouTube: Meet netboot.xyz - Network Boot Any Operating System
- Youtube: Download These Handy Tools NOW! Essential USB Tools
Category:Cross-platform software Category:Free system software Category:Linux installation software Category:Multiboot live USB