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Kanotix is Linux Live CD (distro) based on Knoppix technology using mostly pure Debian/sid.
Most tools follow the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE. If you are in doubt, look at the specific docs.
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Specifications
- Kernel 2.4.25 with forcedeth, device mapper and some additional patches
- ACPI and DMA enabled by default (can be disabled with acpi=off respectively nodma)
- i586 optimization - not for use with older CPUs!
- 128 MB RAM required, 256 MB RAM recommended
- AVM Fritz!Card DSL support
- Eagle USB DSL support
- KDE 3.1.5
- OpenOffice 1.1
- Captive 1.1.5
- GRUB boot loader for CD start - ideal for rescue in command line mode
Usage
Simply boot from CD and enjoy Linux. Some tools may request a root password. As none is set, you have to set one using ?sudo passwd? or use ?su? in konsole. Whenever you execute something with root permissions, you should know, what you are doing! For web surfing over LAN no root access is required. I am sure you can discover many things to do with it :)
Troubleshooting
Don't try to write to NTFS partitions using the standard NTFS driver included with the kernel, as its support for writing is very lacking, thus it could destroy the partition and the data in it. There is a new Captive NTFS driver that does a better job at writing to NTFS, so use it instead. For FAT partitions you can enable write-access with the context menu (right mouse button). You may not have the rights to modify Linux partitions, use the root mode in konsole if needed. Some links are not working in the menu - that is not my fault - the packages from Debian/sid are very new and may have some little bugs, but you can always use new releases. If you find other bugs feel free to post them in the forum.
Future
This release is a work in progress. The standard user name may change later this year. New fixes will be included, if needed. Report all bugs, I try to fix them. Live installers will be directly included in upcoming releases for additional software. HD install will be optimized - it is possible now, but you may have some problems - experienced users should be able to use it.
Disclaimer
The CD was designed to run with modern hardware (i586 and above). It uses swap partitions (or swap files) on HD by default, if detected. Otherwise no changes are made to your HD. If you have problems,use "nodma" , "acpi=off" or "nosmp noapic" options first. I am not responsible for any loss of data you may have by improper usage of the tools included! If you experience high CPU heat with laptops turn off the PC immediately - in that case ACPI is not working correctly with your system!
external links
- www.kanotix.de (www.kanotix.de)
- Kanotix Live CD Screenshots tour (www.debianadmin.com)
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