Comp 3000 2011 Report: Tiny Core Linux
Part 1
Background
The name of the distribution that will be discussed is called Tiny Core Linux. The goal of this distribution is the creation of a nomadic ultra-small graphical desktop operating system that is capable of booking from CD-ROM, pen drive, or from a hard drive. Its target audience is mainly for people who want a fast powerful and flexible operating system. Though it can be used without a thorough knowledge of Linux the more the know the more useful it is.Tiny Core is made up of contributors and volunteers its main founder was Robert Shingledecker and with other developers, administrators and graphic designers they were able to come up with what is know know as Tiny Core Linux. Tiny core is available for download on their website. <http://distro.ibiblio.org/tinycorelinux/>.
Installation/Start up
Tiny Core can be downloaded and installed in several ways. Tiny Core can be downloaded as a stand alone program which needs TCB to run and includes a desktop. MicroCore Linux includes a CLI. And last but not least MultiCore which includes TinyCore, MicroCore, networking tools and an installer. so the more advanced user one is the more advanced the download so everyone's need is meet.