KANOTIX is a Linux distribution based on the latest stable release of Debian, known for its stability, security, and commitment to free software.
It is built on top of a latest kernel which is carefully patched with fixes and drivers for most modern hardware. This distro can be used as a live CD, but it also includes a graphical installer for hard disk installation.
It is useful for analysis, data rescue, forensic work, removal of viruses on Win-PCs – or simply for safe surfing and mailing in an internet cafe. It installs to your hard drive in just a few minutes and is ideal for use on your desktop workstation or notebook, or as a server.
| Working state: | Active |
| Desktop: | KDE, LXDE |
| Init Software: | systemd |
| Package Management: | APT |
| Release Model: | Fixed |
| Platforms: | i686, x86_64 |
| Home Page: | kanotix.com |
| Developer: | Jörg Schirottke |
| This article is part of our Big List of Active Linux Distros which is currently under development. |
What's a Linux distribution ("distro")? |
| A distro provides the user with a desktop environment, preloaded applications, and ways to update and maintain the system. Each distro makes different choices, deciding which open source projects to install and provides custom written programs. They can have different philosophies. Some distros are intended for desktop computers, some for servers without a graphical interface, and others for special uses. Because Linux is an open source operating system, combinations of software vary between Linux distros. |