x86_64-elf-grub ☆
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Description:
GNU GRUB bootloader for x86_64-elf
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 16.0.02@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: bootloader kernel-development cross-compilation gnu system
Install: brew install x86_64-elf-grub
About:
This package provides the GNU GRUB bootloader compiled specifically for the x86_64-elf target, which is essential for cross-compiling operating systems. It includes the necessary tools and libraries to build a bootloader that runs in a freestanding environment, independent of any host operating system. It is a critical component for developers building custom kernels and boot environments from scratch.
Key Features:
  • Cross-compilation target for x86_64-elf
  • Includes core GRUB utilities (grub-mkimage, grub-mkrescue)
  • Provides multiboot-compliant bootloading capabilities
  • Supports creation of custom bootable disk images
Use Cases:
  • Developing custom operating systems or kernels
  • Creating bootable live environments for embedded systems
  • Learning low-level system boot processes
Alternatives:
  • limine – A more modern, feature-rich bootloader with a simpler configuration, often preferred for new OS projects.
  • systemd-boot – A UEFI-only bootloader that is simpler to configure but lacks legacy BIOS support and advanced features.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 11:13am 16.0.02 0 VERSION_BUMP 33dbf6f0
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