A Fully Free BIOS with GNU Boot - Understanding Free Boot Firmware

Learn about the importance and implementation of free boot firmware through this 31-minute conference talk from the Chaos Communication Congress (38C3). Explore why having a fully free BIOS firmware is essential for technological independence, security, and user freedom. Discover GNU Boot, a 100% free boot firmware distribution, as presenter Adrien Bourmault, one of the project's maintainers, explains its origins, goals, and current status. Understand the critical role of firmware as the intermediary between hardware and operating systems, while examining why proprietary firmware creates concerning black boxes that limit user control. Gain insights into boot firmware fundamentals, the practical aspects of free firmware implementation, and how GNU Boot fits into the broader movement for free BIOS/UEFI alternatives. Examine the project's organization, features, and its contribution to the free software ecosystem.