Reconstructor facts for kids
Reconstructor 2.8 beta
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| Stable release |
3.5 / March 16, 2011
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| Written in | Python |
| Operating system | Ubuntu |
| License | "reconstructor engine" is open-source, web-based interface is closed-source |
Reconstructor was a special computer program. It let people create their own unique versions of Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a popular free computer operating system. Reconstructor also worked with other versions like Kubuntu and Xubuntu. Sadly, the website for Reconstructor isn't working anymore.
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What Reconstructor Did
Reconstructor helped users make a custom "ISO image." Think of an ISO image as a special file. It's like a digital copy of a CD or DVD. This copy holds all the files needed to install an operating system.
Making Your Own Ubuntu
With Reconstructor, you could change how Ubuntu looked and worked. You could add your favorite programs. You could also remove things you didn't need. This made a personalized version of Ubuntu.
Adding New Programs
Reconstructor allowed users to add more software. This software would be part of their new Ubuntu version. It was like building a custom software package.
Using Software Repositories
The program also let you use "software repositories." These are like big online libraries. They hold many different programs. Reconstructor made it easy to get programs from these libraries. You could even add your own special libraries.
About Reconstructor
Reconstructor was created using the Python programming language. It was designed to run on the Ubuntu operating system. The main part of Reconstructor was open-source. This means its code was free for others to see and use. However, the part you used on the internet was not open-source. The last known version was 3.5, released in 2011.
See also
In Spanish: Reconstructor para niños
