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OpenWrt

Customizes embedded devices through a writable filesystem and package management.

Made by OpenWrt Project

  • Operating System

  • embedded-os

  • firmware

What is OpenWrt?

OpenWrt is a highly extensible GNU/Linux distribution designed for embedded devices, particularly wireless routers. Unlike typical firmware that provides a static, limited set of applications, OpenWrt offers a fully writable filesystem with robust package management. This allows users and developers to customize the device by installing a wide range of packages tailored to their specific needs and applications. OpenWrt's flexible architecture frees users from the constraints of vendor-provided configurations, empowering them to transform their devices into powerful, adaptable platforms that can be molded to suit any use case

Highlights

  • Fully writable filesystem with package management, enabling extensive customization
  • Supports a diverse range of embedded devices, particularly wireless routers
  • Allows users to install a wide variety of packages to suit their specific needs and applications
  • Provides a flexible framework for developers to build applications without having to create a complete firmware

Platforms

  • Linux

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Router Custom Firmware

    • Security focused