hi guys.
I come with some simple questions, well actually I need some lights and directions to start updating a kernel for the first time.

I took a look into the slack wiki and slackbook but I still need some clarification to understand this:
1. I took the kernel 4.4.14 generic from the slackware.pgks.org (alien bob), ok, so it's a pre-compiled kernel, correct?
2. Beside the modules and headers do i need the source as well? there is any order to install any first or in last place?

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kernel-generic-4.4.14-x86_64-1.txz
kernel-headers-4.4.14-x86-1.txz
kernel-modules-4.4.14-x86_64-1.txz
kernel-source-4.4.14-noarch-1.txz
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Thank you very much for your time.

You do realize that 4.4.14 is 20 months older than 4.4.118 ?

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Don't use pkgs.org. Use a real Slackware mirror.

Kernel Generic: kernel-generic-4.14.30-x86_64-1.txz
Verify with: kernel-generic-4.14.30-x86_64-1.txz.asc

Kernel Modules: kernel-modules-4.14.30-x86_64-1.txz
Verify with: kernel-modules-4.14.30-x86_64-1.txz.asc

Kernel Source: kernel-source-4.14.30-noarch-1.txz
Verify with: kernel-source-4.14.30-noarch-1.txz.asc

Kernel Headers: kernel-headers-4.14.30-x86-1.txz
Verify with: kernel-headers-4.14.30-x86-1.txz.asc

Kernel firmware: kernel-firmware-20180319_44476f2-noarch-1.txz
Verify with: kernel-firmware-20180319_44476f2-noarch-1.txz.asc

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What are you using to boot Slackware: lilo, elilo, grub, or rEFInd?

Use slackpkg to update Slackware (if you upgrade-all the kernel it will uninstall the old versions):
https://docs.slackware.com/slackware:slackpkg

Update kernel:
https://docs.slackware.com/slackbook:booting?s[]=boot&s[]=usb
https://docs.slackware.com/howtos:sl...uefi_and_elilo
https://docs.slackware.com/slackware:beginners_guide?s[]=update#switch_to_a_generic_kernel

I suggest making a usb boot disk before updating your kernel with 4.14.30 so you can use it to boot your system if there is an error, and/or keeping your old kernel around so you can still get on. Check README_USB.TXT: http://mirrors.xmission.com/slackwar...xe-installers/

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thanks to you now yes.


what's your kernel version suggestion for me to update?
the purpose is merely to learn the process.
tks

If you are running Slackware 14.2, I suggest staying with the kernel that is provided. There is no real reason to upgrade your kernel if everything is working and is patched for security flaws.

The latest kernel in Slackware-current is 4.14.30, but it may not necessarily be the best thing to upgrade to if you are just trying to learn.

If you are just trying to learn how to build a kernel, I suggest you read the following:
slackware_admin kernelbuilding

RadicalDreamer left some good information and links as well that should be read before altering your kernel in anyway.

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I'm aware of that I'll proceed with a install(kernel only) instead of upgrade.
regarding the pos update boot I backed up my generic 4.4.118 and still have the huge from the installation.


thank you for the links i'll read it again, yes it's just for learning purposes as you noted.

Still have this question: the only stuff that i need besides the kernel itself are the modules, headers and source?

thank you all.

You want to use the generic kernel with an initrd, the kernel headers, source, and modules.

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