Gnoppix Linux is a free and open-source Linux distribution derived from the Debian Linux distribution. This distribution is known for its stable, secure, and user-friendly interface, making it one of the most popular Linux distributions in the world. With Gnoppix 23.9 and later we gave the users the possibility to install the LiveCD and update your System online.
Now, you must be convinced of how wonderful Linux is and of all the great things that it can do for you. However, before you rush out and install the software, you need to be aware of its hardware requirements and limitations.
Of course, the requirements depend on many factors like age, quality of your hardware, usage, and so on. Generally, you can say very conservatively that your system will run smoothly with the following requirements.
Step-1: Download the latest Gnoppix
An ISO file contains a comprehensive package of data and information that is essential for the installation of an operating system. For a successful installation, you must obtain the correct ISO file that matches your system specifications. This is because various ISO files are specifically tailored to different computer types and architectures. The official website of Gnoppix provides a link for downloading the Gnoppix ISO file. It is advisable to verify the file’s checksum to guarantee its authenticity and accuracy. This crucial step will ensure that the downloaded ISO file is not corrupted and will be installed correctly on your system. Click here to get the download information
Step-2: Bootable DVD/USB
If you plan to install Gnoppix on VirtualBox, it is recommended to utilize the ISO image instead of a bootable DVD or USB drive. Our setup consists of a virtualized environment, whereas a bare metal installation necessitates a bootable DVD or USB drive. In case you encounter any problems creating a bootable USB to install Gnoppix from USB.
Step-3: Start the Gnoppix Installation
Upon booting from the “.iso” or “bootable media kit, you will be welcomed with a screen presenting multiple options. To initiate the installation process of Gnoppix, you must select the “Live system (amd64)” option and hit the Enter key.
Step-4: Start The Installation
There 2 ways to install Gnoppix to you Disk
open a terminal and run
sudo gnoppix-welcome
alternative you can install the system also from the ‘live-installer’ Application
sudo live-installer
Warning, Warning as most people wish, now you can install Gnoppix locally. Unfortunately the calamares installer does’nt support many features, QT-lib depends, this is why QT is installed on a Gnome system :) For example as a missing feature is harddisk crypto. Again, be aware of all you moves, all commands, your visit, traces and passwords….
The better way to use it, run the LiveCD with crypted persistence mode. You can replace you LiveCD time to time get the new features and security updates, with the updated version you are still able continue to use your very private data or session on a crypted device. Which can be also a small (shinked) partition on you device harddisk.
Once you have Gnoppix installed, you can live-upgrade the system. There is no need to re-install with newer images, make sure you have the Gnoppix Repository Server in you /etc/apt/sources/list Gnoppix Repositories see and press “Package Updater”
Grub missing Windows
In case you’ve installed Gnoppix Linux, while booting you missing your Windows or other OS installations
edit the file /etc/default/grub (as root/admin user)
search for Line 17
17 #GRUB_DISABLE_OS_PROBER=false
remove the ‘#’
17 GRUB_DISABLE_OS_PROBER=false
and re-run
sudo update-grub
The cause? The OS_prober feature is disabled by default in GRUB 2.06, which is the version included in Gnoppix 23. This is an upstream change designed to counter potential security issues with the OS-detecting feature (it mounts partitions to check for other OSes, this could be taken advantage of, etc).
So, for the moment, Gnoppix 23 (or more accurately GRUB in Gnoppix 23) does not detect any other operating system during or after install.