Knoppix is a complete Linux distribution that runs directly from CD. One of its most popular uses is as a rescue and recovery CD since it includes a wide range of incredibly flexible tools to fix a computer that won't boot.

In this talk Kyle will discuss a number of different system recovery scenarios and how to use Knoppix (or another live CD) to restore both Linux and Windows systems. Among the recovery scenarios, Kyle will cover:

• Restoring the Linux boot loader
• Recreating the partition table from scratch
• Imaging hard drives, including drives with failures
• Collecting forensics data on compromised systems
• Scanning Windows systems for viruses
• Editing the Windows registry from Knoppix
• Others