My first compile

[aliasQ]

I want to do a compile of my kernal.
I have no idea how to start or what to do.
I don't want to add anything, I just want to see how long it will take.
Like they do in anandtech benchmarks.
I can't seem to find newbie instructions for this common task.
Please give me a link or very simple instructions.

[Tyr-7BE]

http://www.kernel.org/

It comes with a README that will guide you through step-by-step. If you're asking for instructions on how to do the "make xconfig" part, it can't be done. It's unique to your machine and your preferences. Just keep at it until you get it right. Took me a few weeks and it takes everyone a long time, but once you get it you never lose it.

[aliasQ]

I just want a line or two to type in my console to recompile my kernal.
Just as an experiment.
I don't know about make xconfig.
Or glib versions.
Or upgrades.
I'm using default Mdk 7.2
That link is a black hole to me...

[Jeepsta]

try this....

get to a terminal and type

yes "" | make config

this will answer yes to all the questions the config will ask you. Then just follow the instructions here (http://www.linuxnewbie.org/nhf/intel/compiling/kernelcomp.html)