vmware / vmware/photon

Is there a menuconfig for Photon OS 4.0 Rev2 to recompile the kernel?

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Description

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

There is no problem. Just wondering if one can recompile the Photon OS 4.0 Rev 2 kernel. There doesn't appear to be a menuconfig.

Describe the solution you'd like

To be able to recompile the Photon OS kernel.

Describe alternatives you've considered

No response

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are identified in the issue. Start by locating the Photon OS 4.0 Rev 2 kernel build and configuration process, then determine whether a supported menuconfig or other recompilation path can be added; done means the kernel can be rebuilt through a documented, working process.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c, linux
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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