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