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Synopsis
In this book/CD-ROM package, Rankin, a system administrator, explains how to use Knoppix, a bootable Linux CD distribution, to its full potential. He provides step-by-step instructions for using it as a desktop distribution, a rescue CD, and other tasks. Instructions are given for using Knoppix (provided on the accompanying CD-ROM) for troubleshooting, repairing, upgrading, disinfecting, and getting work done on any computer with a CD drive. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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This is one of the liveliest technical books I've read in a long time. A few of the easier hacks can be found on Knoppix.net or elsewhere but I think Rankin has managed to put the majority of Knoppix related material in one book that could be subtitled the "First Knoppix Manual." The admin hacks, in particular, will add a whole new arsenal of Knoppix wonders to an admin's repertoire. Kudos to O'Reilly for publishing such an outstanding volume, to Rankin for compiling some damn useful material, and to MacGyver for inspiring many of us to look for simple solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems.