Introduction Below is a list of packages you need to download for building a basic Linux system. The listed version numbers correspond to versions of the software that are known to work, and this book is based upon them. Feel free to try out newer versions, but if you experience problems with those versions, please try the recommended version first before sending bug reports. All the URLs, when possible, refer to the project's page at Freshmeat.net. The Freshmeat pages will give you easy access to the official download sites as well as project websites, mailinglists, FAQs, Changelogs and more.