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debootstrap

Bootstrap a basic Debian system

  • cli
  • TERMINAL
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 27, 2026 description in en

Description

Creates a minimal Debian system in a target directory by downloading and unpacking the required base packages. It is useful for chroots, containers, build environments, rescue systems, and distribution development.

Use it when you intentionally need a Debian root filesystem. It writes many files into the chosen target path, so verify the destination before running it.

How to run

debootstrap

Commands: debootstrap

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