I tried to install Debian style but I end up with no working network, I think I also had a problem with ext3. The partition ended up mounted ext2 read only. Actually, even though the Knoppix CD worked fine on my system, I had to use the Overclockix CD to get a successful install. I had to install Knoppix style even with that and everything seemed fine. BTW I am running on a i810 chipset mb with a celeron 700 Coppermine.

It looks like X loads the fonts ok Goes right by that w/o errors.

The green progress bar and working signal is new since synaptic packages upgrade and reboot.

I agree with you. It looks like something fubared with the updates. I'm sure it's something I did and not your sound advice.
I was planning a re-install anyway. This is a labor of love. My goal with this is to learn. My goal is being met! I have my familiar XP box running right along side the Linux box and connected with a KVM switch. No worries

I would prefer to use the Debian style install. Any idea why I do not get a working network with it or how to get it right? Seems like I should be able to use the Knoppix CD as well as the Overclockix. Maybe I should wait for the Knoppix 3.4 release. I believe it's due any time now.