Bootloader

"The bootloader is the software that loads linux kernel + initramfs.

Similar project all uses syslinux/isolinux as the bootloader, mainly because it provides easy boot from local images like a cdrom file, an hard disk file (useful for usb boot) and the netboot capabilities.

But grub should be considered for nice features and not only local type of booting. (grub is used by dfsbuild)

PXE+TFTP+CIFS - pxelinux environment shipped out with tftp should also be included here for network booting. Not for sure if this page is the correct place but utilizing PXE + TFTP + CIFS to boot is an excellent model for on demand configurations."

http://live.debian.net/wiki/Bootloader