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Accelerating Linux Boot Time: Techniques and Strategies for Optimal Performance - DevConf.US 2024

Speaker(s): Eric Curtin, Ed Chong, Brian Masney --- In this session, we will explore a variety of strategies and techniques to optimize boot time, from measuring boot performance to specific optimizations within systemd, kernel, and filesystem configurations. We'll cover everything from the basics to advanced methods, ensuring that by the end, you have a comprehensive understanding of how to achieve faster boot times on your Linux systems. *1. Measuring Boot Performance* Before diving into optimizations, it's crucial to measure and understand your current boot performance. This helps in identifying bottlenecks and evaluating the impact of changes. *Tools:* `systemd-analyze` - Provides a detailed breakdown of the boot process. *Steps:* Use `systemd-analyze time` to get a high-level overview of the boot time. `systemd-analyze blame` shows the time taken by each service. `systemd-analyze plot boot.svg` generates a graphical representation. *2. Optimizations in systemd* Systemd, being the init system and service manager, plays a significant role in boot time. Optimizing systemd can lead to substantial improvements. *Parallelization:* Enable parallel execution of units where possible using `DefaultDependencies=no` in unit files. *Service Optimization:* Disable unnecessary services with `systemctl disable`. Use `systemd-analyze critical-chain` to identify and minimize the impact of critical services. Implement on-demand services using `socket` activation. *3. Kernel and Initramfs Optimizations* Optimizing the components that are loaded during the early boot phase can significantly reduce boot time. *Building Components:* *Directly in the Kernel:* Compiling essential components directly into the kernel (using `make menuconfig`) avoids the overhead of loading modules during boot. *As Modules in the initramfs:* Use `dracut` to include only the necessary modules in the initramfs, reducing its size and load time. *Modules in the Rootfs:* Delay the loading of non-critical modules until after the root filesystem is mounted to expedite early boot stages. *4. Expedited Read-Copy Update (RCU) Mechanisms* *RCU Boosting:* Enable RCU boosting to prioritize RCU callback threads, reducing the time spent in the quiescent state. *5. Efficient Read-Only File System (erofs)* *Advantages of erofs:* EROFS (Enhanced Read-Only File System) offers faster access times due to its optimized compression and reduced metadata overhead. *Implementation:* Convert static parts of your root filesystem to use EROFS, improving read performance during boot. *6. Initramfs Minimization* *Size Reduction:* Minimize the initramfs size by stripping out unnecessary modules and files, using tools like `dracut` with the `--omit` and `--add` options. *Conclusion* Optimizing boot time requires a multi-faceted approach, involving careful measurement, fine-tuning of systemd, strategic kernel and initramfs configurations, and leveraging advanced filesystem technologies. By systematically applying these techniques, you can achieve a significant reduction in boot times, enhancing the overall performance and responsiveness of your Linux systems. --- Full schedule, including slides and other resources: https://pretalx.com/devconf-us-2024/s...