diff --git a/documentation/yocto-project-qs/yocto-project-qs.xml b/documentation/yocto-project-qs/yocto-project-qs.xml index 72d7dcce12..333ccc4727 100644 --- a/documentation/yocto-project-qs/yocto-project-qs.xml +++ b/documentation/yocto-project-qs/yocto-project-qs.xml @@ -404,13 +404,30 @@ Use the following commands to build your image. The OpenEmbedded build process creates an entire Linux distribution, including the toolchain, from source. - - By default, the build process searches for source code using - a pre-determined order through a set of locations. - If you encounter problems with the build process finding and - downloading source code, see the - "How does the OpenEmbedded build system obtain source code and will it work behind my firewall or proxy server?" - entry in the Yocto Project Reference Manual FAQ. + Note about Network Proxies + + By default, the build process searches for source code + using a pre-determined order through a set of locations. + If you are working behind a firewall and your build system + is not set up for proxies, you could encounter problems + with the build process when fetching source code (e.g. + fetcher failures or Git failures). + + + + If you do not know your proxy settings, consult your + local network infrastructure resources and get that + information. + A good starting point could also be to check your web + browser settings. + Finally, you can find more information on using the Yocto + Project behind a firewall in the Yocto Project Reference + Manual + FAQ + and on the + "Working Behind a Network Proxy" + wiki page. +