Linux Newbee

[0wain.]

Hi.
I just downloaded the KNOPPIX version of Linux.
When i put in the disk will KNOPPIX load up without having to install anything. Also will my XP pro install be effected?

I chose KNOPPIX beacuse i hear it is user friendly and can be ran of the disk.

I have only one Hard drive.

Thanks

[Karnevil9]

You need to set your bios to boot from CD as first device. Then save and exit and put the CD in while it boots back up. The Knoppix CD will run Knoppix right from the CD without being installed on your hard drive unless you want it to. When you are done remove the CD and it will be as if it was never there. Nothing will be affected.

[0wain.]

Hi.
I loaded Knoppix but it wont regonize my USB keyboard and mouse.

so i cant do anything

is there anything i can do?

[kilgoretrout]

When you first boot the cd you will see a boot prompt at the bottom of the screen. Try typing w/o quotes "knoppix nousb" and hit the Enter key. That works for some people. If that doesn't work, the only other thin I can suggest is getting a usb/ps2 adapter.

[Karnevil9]

USB devices tend to be a problem with all linux systems. Linux knows the device is there but you have to tell it what drivers to use at times. Try kilgoretrouts suggestions. The USB/PS2 adapters are inexpensive if you need to go that route until you can configure the system from the inside. You can also go to.

www.linuxquestions.org or

www.knoppix.org for extra help.

[0wain.]

hi.
i posted on linuxquestions.com and got the help i needed but now im having problems accessing the net from knoppix.

i am totally new and havent a clue how to set up an internet connection.

i have searched for cant find any info, does anyone know a tutorial for it or can tell me,

thaanks.

[Karnevil9]

I hope your not using a wireless system.

Did you set up the internet from the "start" menu, (the" K" on the bottom left of your screen)

Try this site.

http://www.knoppix.net/docs/