Dear list,
Knoppix 6.2 is now ready for uploading, but as a last, tiny missing
detail, I would like to re-add the short and (outside of the compressed
image) "windows-readable" information that was present on Knoppix
versions prior to 6.0.
I have the german and english version ready (it's really not much text,
just the basic info), but would like to bring the other languages into
sync with the updated text again, too. I could need a little help here.
This just applies to index_en.html, the cheatcodes should still be OK if
they just stay in english (or not?).
Whoever is reading this list and would like to provide a translation for
his or her language, is cordially invited to do so. The text license is
Creative Commons unrestricted distribution with Modifications Allowed
(also for derivates). You can add your name as translator below the
title, maybe with a contact email address, if you like to do so.
To avoid duplicate work, please post the translated html, or at least a
preliminary "working on it [language]" to the list.
The translations present in Knoppix 5.3 were:
DK
ES
FR
IT
JP
NL
RU
but other languages are welcome, too, of course.
We would like to release Knoppix 6.2.0 as soon as possible, but incoming
translations after the release date can of course be published on the
mirrors, the Knoppix website at knopper.net, and in later Knoppix
versions as well, so, no real need to hurry right now. The translations
which are present before the release, will be added in time.
With kind regards
-Klaus Knopper
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KNOPPIX - Start Linux without installation
by Klaus Knopper <mailto:knoppix@knopper.net>
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What is KNOPPIX^® ?
KNOPPIX is a compilation of GNU/Linux software, run completely from CD,
DVD or flash disk. It automatically detects and supports a wide range of
graphics adapters, sound cards, USB devices and other peripheral
devices. KNOPPIX can be used as a Linux demo, for training courses , as
rescue system or as a platform for commercial software product demos. It
is not necessary to install anything on fixed disk. Because of its
transparent decompression, up to 2 gigabyes of executable software can
be present on a CD, and up to 10GB on a single-layered DVD.
Licenses and Sources
KNOPPIX is an Open Source <http://www.opensource.org/> project. Most of
the programs included are subject to the GNU General Public License
<LICENSE.txt>, with a few exceptions that are still using "Public
Domain" licenses. License texts for each individual package are present
at |/usr/share/doc/programname/|. These licenses *allow*
* *unrestricted use*,
* *copy*,
* *distribution*,
* in case of Open Source licensing, also
*modification/customization* of the software as well as offering
commercial service and support for it.
Source code for KNOPPIX-specific packages is available via the Internet
at http://www.knopper.net/knoppix/sources/. You may find the sources for
the Debian Distribution <http://www.debian.org/>, which KNOPPIX is based
on, at various Debian mirrors. Alternately, you can order all sources
directly from Knopper.Net <http://www.knopper.net/> for the cost of
material, copying, packaging and postage. This offer is valid for 3
years, counting from the build date of this CD-Rom/DVD.
System Requirements
* Intel/AMD-compatible CPU (i486 and up),
* RAM: at least 120 MB for the graphical desktop. Recommended for
working with various office applications: 500MB RAM,
* a bootable CD-ROM/DVD drive (IDE/ATAPI/SATA, Firewire, USB), or
USB flash disk,
* a standard SVGA-compatible graphics chipset,
* PS/2 or USB Mouse.
Starting KNOPPIX
In order to start from CD, DVD or USB flash disk, adjust the boot
selection menu or your computers BIOS setup in order to start from the
desired device. Everything else works (almost) automatically.
Included Software
Depending on your choice of CD or DVD, a variety of software packages
from the Debian software repositories (www.debian.org
<http://www.debian.org/>) is installed. The CD version contains at least:
* LXDE <http://www.lxde.org/> as the standard desktop,
* Open Office <http://www.openoffice.org/>,
* the Firefox WWW browser <http://www.firefox.org/>,
* GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP <http://www.gimp.org/>,
* MPlayer Multimedia System <http://www.mplayerhq.hu/>,
* Internet-access software for (W)LAN, modem, isdn, umts/gprs,
* Tools for data rescue, network analysis and system repair.
The DVD version contains additional software packages for office
productivity as well as software development and engineering (various
programming languages and development environments), education and
gaming. Most Knoppix Mirrors
<http://www.knopper.net/knoppix-mirrors/index-en.html> also have a list
of included software called |packages.txt| or |packages-dvd.txt|.
Tips & Tricks
Support for localization (language, keyboard), expert options and
workarounds for problematic hardware is summarized in the Knoppix
Cheatcodes <knoppix-cheatcodes.txt>. Some of these options require
advanced knowledge of the Linux operating system, others are just useful
extensions of the KNOPPIX autoconfiguration system. The "favourite" boot
options are displayed in the boot screen of KNOPPIX when hitting the F2
or F3 function keys.
It is recommended to run KNOPPIX from USB flash disk, since
* it is much faster than CD/DVD because of less latency caused by
the drives mechanical laser read head positioning,
* your settings and personal files on KNOPPIX are saved for
surviving reboot using overlay technology (which is, on request,
activated the first time you start from USB flash disk).
In order to easily install KNOPPIX on a flash disk, a program called
|flash-knoppix| is provided in the "Settings" menu when starting from CD
or DVD.
Other considerations
DISCLAIMER: THIS IS EXPERIMENTAL SOFTWARE. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.
KNOPPER.NET CAN NOT BE HELD LIABLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES FOR
DAMAGE TO HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE, LOST DATA, OR OTHER DIRECT OR
INDIRECT DAMAGE RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE. IN SOME
COUNTRIES THE CRYPTOGRAPHIC SOFTWARE AND OTHER COMPONENTS ON THE CD
ARE GOVERNED BY EXPORT REGULATIONS OR SOFTWARE PATENTS, WHICH MAY
FORBID DISTRIBUTION OR DOWNLOAD. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN
COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS. IF YOU PLAN TO COMMERCIALLY USE
OR DISTRIBUTE (AND SELL) THE SOFTWARE, YOU HAVE TO ACQUIRE THE
NECESSARY LICENSES AND PERMISSIONS FROM ALL SOFTWARE COPYRIGHT
HOLDERS OF NON-FREE SOFTWARE COMPONENTS, OR REMOVE THESE COMPONENTS
BEFORE DISTRIBUTING THE SOFTWARE.
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