While not formally a part of OpenWrt, bootloaders are a confusing topic for users due to their lack of documentation. If a hobbyist is thinking about replacing their firmware, the issue of bootloader may be something they need to consider. The guide on bootloaders has some good qualities but it's missing potentially useful information:
How to choose a bootloader
Which bootloader is recommended for various situations
When an end-user interested in building their own image should install a new bootloader
Bootloader information for manufacturers of routers
While not formally a part of OpenWrt, bootloaders are a confusing topic for users due to their lack of documentation. If a hobbyist is thinking about replacing their firmware, the issue of bootloader may be something they need to consider. The guide on bootloaders has some good qualities but it's missing potentially useful information: