A version of the Debian operating system that is designed to run from the CD or USB drive. Knoppix is often used to repair computers with hard disks that do not boot. For more information, visit www.knoppix.net. See Debian and cloop.
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- I'm sticking with Windows XP
- You've heard it all before -- the bell tolls for Windows XP. The governor isn't calling to give it a reprieve -- Microsoft is officially declaring it end of life for system OEMs on June 30. On April 14, 2009, mainstream support dies. Enterprises with extended support contracts can keep...
- Blog posts 2008-06-25
- Back to Basics #1 - Cloning a hard disk
- Back to Basics #1 - Cloning a hard diskWow, thats a really long way to do it!Most hard drives when you buy them come with a install disk if not you can download it from the manufactures of which after you physically install the drive you boot the accompanying CD/DVD...
- Discussion threads 2008-06-06
- Geek Sheet: Bare-metal backup and recovery
- Geek Sheet: Bare-metal backup and recoveryrsync? Anyone? Bueler?rsync -auvPz //* /path to destination backup/rsync is for directoriesnot for system images.RE: Geek Sheet: Bare-metal backup and recoveryI also think rsync is a better solution. When hardware fails you are unlikely to be able to get exact replacements (unless you've squirreled...
- Discussion threads 2008-05-07
- Proof that Linux is for geeks with too much time on their hands!
- Proof that Linux is for geeks with too much time on their hands!No LVM stuff required for WindowsAlso, all you need to do for windows is mount the image destination could be a local USB drive and run "partimage". The GUI does the rest.For restores, just do "partimage" and path...
- Discussion threads 2008-05-07
- (Images: How to bypass FileVault, BitLocker security)
- (Images: How to bypass FileVault, BitLocker security)Supercooled memory?Obviously, that method is for people DESPARATE to steal someone's data and will not be attempted by the average crook.However, wouldn't all this be rendered moot if Apple cleared the memory at reboot?A few things to noteInteresting read, but I'm not totally convinced...
- Discussion threads 2008-02-21
- The+%24330+IPCop%2FCopfilter+firewall+25+watt+appliance
- The+%24330+IPCop%2FCopfilter+firewall+25+watt+applianceOf course not...George has spoken and his solution obviously must be better than anyone elses. Heck, why spend $99 for a solution when you can pay $300?Not necessarilyThere are lots of hidden costs associated with this product. The Dlink Device uses the MacAfee security product, with licenses for...
- Discussion threads 2008-02-15
- No+more+digital+product+keys+for+Windows+Anytime+Upgrade+users
- No+more+digital+product+keys+for+Windows+Anytime+Upgrade+usersblah!"blah blah blah Linux rocks yada yada yada Microsoft sucks blah"did I fully paraphrase your comment? If you're going to to evangelize Linux, don't do it here. Most people here won't use Linux specifically because no one likes being cajoled into anything (which you're trying to do). And be more...
- Discussion threads 2008-02-07
- VMware takes an unjustified hammering
- VMware takes an unjustified hammeringMessage has been deleted.VMware Rocks the CasbahJust the other day I was looking for a way to resize one a VM image file's virtual ntfs primary partition. After resizing the image file with the vmware-vdiskmanager, you still need to tell the VM's O/S to claim...
- Discussion threads 2008-01-29
- Symantec: Trojan has 400 banks on its hitlist
- Symantec: Trojan has 400 banks on its hitlistThe question becomes, will you ever learn?Sorry Gerald, your post are increasingly repetative to the point that you really do not understand much beyond the drivel that have become your posts of late?Reason 9765 to keep laughing at you. :)Sux to be you......and...
- Discussion threads 2008-01-14
- IE gets security makeover in Patch Tuesday batch
- IE gets security makeover in Patch Tuesday batchVista proves its value once again.I repeat: If you needed a reason to upgrade to Vista its improved security should be enough by itself.RE: IE gets security makeover in Patch Tuesday batchWith these updates, if one takes a good look, alot of these...
- Discussion threads 2007-12-11
- Performance profiles for Vista
- Performance profiles for VistaHard to make any substantive changesEven if you did find a stable tweak, there's a good chance MS would come along and dork it for you, particularly on Vista. 36 updates and counting:[b]Another surprise: There were 36 other necessary updates, mainly security, bug fixes and enhancements....
- Discussion threads 2007-11-29
- Are you prepared for holiday PC repairs?
- Are you prepared for holiday PC repairs?UBCD4Win ...... for when things go really bad ...I also find a TechNet ISO handy. Oh, and a password unmasker ... Also, give someone you know the gift of a password safe - http://passwordsafe.sourceforge.net/Why do I bother visiting relatives? They should come...
- Discussion threads 2007-11-19
- How to REALLY erase a LOT of hard drives
- How to REALLY erase a LOT of hard drivesDBANNo DBAN listed in the options available?Tor those looking for an affordable option, try DBAN (Darik's Boot and Nuke) hosted at sourceforge. It's not only free, but will gladly wipe 8 SATA HDD at once with minimal hassle.$11k for a program...
- Discussion threads 2007-11-12
- null
- nullFDISKFdisk will zero out the drive but there are means of recovering data from drives that have been erased that way. All it takes is time and money.Fdisk won't cut itSorry there but even using fdisk and a reformat will not make the data unrecoverable. You actually need to...
- Discussion threads 2007-11-12
- Just as good as Windows just isn't good enough
- Just as good as Windows just isn't good enoughThe rules1) Quality is defined as degree of approximation to Microsoft.2) Differences from Microsoft are by definition bad.3) In case of a tie, Microsoft wins.Some of us remember the mid-80s, when non-IBM manufacturers were trying to introduce 8086 or 80286-based systems. ...
- Discussion threads 2007-11-09
- Microsoft ruling: EU court statement
- Microsoft ruling: EU court statementLooks like the lid comes offThe Commission stayed the requirement that MS publicly disclose interop documentation until this ruling, on the grounds that once the data became public it would be impossible to put it back in the bottle.Well, the Court has upheld the common-sense decision...
- Discussion threads 2007-09-17
- Sonicwall, Watchguard, or Untangle?
- I was in the process of spiffing up our Sonicwall firewall and came across an open source alternative, called Untangle. According to the company's website, Untangle isThe Open Source Network GatewayThe best open source projects, integrated and made easier for spam blocking, web filtering, remote access and more. ...
- Blog posts 2007-08-23
- Open source security arrives with Untangle
- Open source security arrives with Untanglenothing newYes untangle looks pretty cool. But you act as if there have never been any open source firewall distributions and that simply isn't true. You might take a look at smoothwall or i.p.cop which have both been around for a number of years. I.p.Cop...
- Discussion threads 2007-07-05
- SUSE vs. Ubuntu - first impressions
- SUSE vs. Ubuntu - first impressionsHas Novel resolved issues with YaST in SUSE?I have used SuSE for a few versions and dropped it (well not quite, but I preferr Ubuntu) for simple reasons:1. YaST does not help with installation of RPMs that are not specific for SUSE. And no running...
- Discussion threads 2007-07-02
- Installing Linux - The joy of live CDs
- Installing Linux - The joy of live CDsBuying a new computerA Live CD is also very handy when you want to buy a new computer. That way, you can make sure that the computer you buy, works fine in Linux.Greetz, Pjotr.You did know...There are live CDs which will let you...
- Discussion threads 2007-06-26
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