Stephen, your explanation was nothing short of exactly what I needed to know. I should've probably mentioned that I had Windows installed on another computer other than the one I was installing Linux to. That problem was solved with the use of those black 3.5" things that my forefathers used to use.

Mate this is a good forum and I can tell you've been here for a while. Thanks for your courteous treatment and I hope one day I can return the favour.

In regards to the updated version of Knoppix, the only thing that would be an advantage to me at this point would be a more lean version with just Office and Internet tools. But I can't really make a speed judgement until I have really tweaked and understood this operating system.

I used to use an old Atari ST diligently for music creation. I am comforted to see certain simularities to the Atari interface, blended carefully with Windows and Mac elements aswell. Overall, I feel that despite my no sleep tonight (at all... 28hours going strong.. sorta strong..) I have started on something new and exciting.

Linux is 'cool'... well, as cool as an operating system gets. OSX is good too, but Linux seems more personal, and more Atari.

Cheers!