For last few days i was in search of a Linux distro which i could install and use from my 1 GB pen-drive. By install and use, i meant to say that i could use it as a normal operating system to save my documents, bookmarks and install my favorite applications (persistent install). I tried many distro DSL, Wolvix to name a few. But, winner of them all was Pendrivelinux 2008.

What were my primary requirements?

• Should detect my WiFi and Wired networks
• Should install on my 1 GB pen-drive
• Should detect different monitor resolutions on different computers
• Retain my files, folders, application after every reboot
• Must have a good window manager
• Should be easy to install

Visit here for guide to install Pendrivelinux 2008 from windows on a pen-drive. The installation is quite simple and does not involve any command to be entered from console (or dos prompt).

After installing and testing it for days, i was very much satisfied and all my above requirements were met. Apart from the above requirements it also had certain useful features.

• Can be easily emulated via qmenu from WindowsXP ( useful for those computer which cannot be booted from USB but does not support Vista)
• Very easy installation
• KDE acts as a perfect window manager

Though i could not enable cube effect but i think this distro has all the qualities i was looking for. I also recomment this distro to the people who want to try out linux for the first time. You do not have to waste a CD even to try this one out.

So, make your Pendrivelinux and use it where ever you go (office, college, friends place). Here is a screenshots of Pendrivelinux emulated on Windows XP via qmenu.