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Operating Systems => Linux and UNIX => Topic started by: anphanax on 6 October 2003, 05:11

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: anphanax on 6 October 2003, 05:11

On my computer, knoppix boots faster than Windows XP Pro (667 Mhz Celeron). I think that's pretty interesting considering how it boots from the CD.. (also how XP just gives me a blank screen for like 4 minutes before going to the login, and yes, thats after the logo shows, i don't have that disabled)

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: erosnemesis on 6 October 2003, 10:56

WHen i still used windows i also got that big blank screen for like 2-5 minutes but now that i use RedHat linux 9.0 i never have problems. And by the way, where did you get knoppix?

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: Windows_SuX_@$$ on 6 October 2003, 11:42

Yes, Knoppix is great (I got it on my HD  (http://tongue.gif)  )

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: TB on 8 October 2003, 11:26

I too think Knoppix is surprisingly speedy for an OS that runs off CD.....unfortunately my MoBo's onboard sound isnt supported and I get that annoying sound glitch. I've been meaning to save up for a proper soundcard (any recommendations for something that wont cause any problems???).....but that's kinda hard being unemployed. Ho hum. Guess I'll have to wait.

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: hm_murdock on 8 October 2003, 11:52

if you can find it, the SoundBlaster 16 PCI is a damn good deal. I got mine like three years ago for $35

I think they're about $15 now. it was supported by Red Hat 5 and 6, so it'll work

Title: Knoppix Boots Faster Than XP
Post by: JesusRocks on 8 October 2003, 11:52

I have slack 9 which boots faster then XP on my system (PIII 850)