Explore practical advice on selecting software packages for embedded products in this 39-minute Linux Foundation conference talk. Learn about the impact of hardware features, operating system choices, and update systems on product security. Discover common errors to avoid and gain insights from examples in the Eclipse Oniro project and Yocto Project ecosystem. Understand the differences between general-purpose, custom-built, and specialized distributions. Evaluate software modules, assess package support and maintenance, and grasp the importance of update systems and secure boot. Follow the speaker's journey through various project stages, from initial distribution selection to component addition and updates, concluding with a Q&A session.