Hello there.

thanks for the replies thus far.

My system has the capabilities to run Compiz, but I am wondering if the fact that my graphics card and sound card are integrated would be the cause of this issue for me.

My video card is an integrated nVidia GeForce 6150SE, nForce 430.
My sound card is an integrated Realtek ALC888S.

I just downloaded ADRIANE Knoppix v6.7.1, so I will see if this makes any difference. I will try to report back later.

I'm not giving up on this! I think that Knoppix would be great for doing tech work on multiple systems. I love how quickly and how smoothly it runs from a live USB.

Thanks for the information thus far.

Take care.