On Apr 16, 2006, at 10:42 AM, Peter wrote: > DSL (Damn Small Linux). There are a few others. Look here: > http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php In this case, I'm specifically looking for something that will install on a harddisk for a permanent and somewhat customizable environment. I'm not a unix beginner; I've got a less minimalist debian install on a less minimal system, and I use solaris and a redhat variation everyday at work (primarily via CLI on xterms.) I'm just looking for something tiny that will have little impact on the host system, and spend less time trying to be windows... BillW -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist