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Knoppix vs SmartOS

A side-by-side look at Knoppix and SmartOS. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Knoppix

Knoppix

Os & Utilities

Knoppix is a Linux distribution that can be run directly from a CD, DVD, or USB flash drive without installing anything on a hard disk. It is designed to be a rescue and recovery system as well as a platform for testing Linux or hardware configurations.

linuxopen-sourcerescue-systemrecovery-systemhardware-testing
SmartOS

SmartOS

Os & Utilities

SmartOS is an open-source operating system designed for cloud computing environments. It is built on top of the Illumos kernel, a derivative of Solaris, and enhances security, virtualization, storage, and networking features.

virtualizationcloud-computingopen-source

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