Well what brought the subject up is an article I recently read about this new Linux system. The DSL stands for Damned Small Linux and it comes on a disc from a guy called John Andrews. He claims to have done most of the work based on a program called Knoppix written by a guy Claus Knoppler. Damnedsmalllinux.com is the download site. The system runs on your processor or any processor and the system can be set up so your data and programs reside on a USB pen drive. Ala portability. The PC guy writing the article loves the thing. I may have to wade in at this point and check it out.