What is a Live CD?
Q: What is a Live CD?
A: A Live CD is a special type of computer operating system that can be run without installing anything on the computer first. It runs all its programs off the object it is put on, such as a CD or USB flash drive.
Q: What does "Distro" stand for?
A: Distro stands for Distribution, and is used because different types of Linux operating systems are called Linux Distributions, and Linux Distros were the first operating systems to be made into Live CDs.
Q: Are there other names for Live CDs besides "Live CD"?
A: Yes, there are other names for Live CDs depending on what kind of object it is put on. For example, "Live DVD" for DVDs or "Live USB" for USB flash drives.
Q: What does the word "live" mean in relation to these special operating systems?
A: The word "live" describes the special way that the operating system is set up so that it can run on a computer without needing to install anything first.
Q: Is a Live Distro only used with Linux Operating Systems?
A: No, although Linux Distros were the first operating systems to be made into Live CDs, they can now be used with any kind of operating system.
Q: Can you use multiple objects with one Live Distro?
A: Yes, you can use multiple objects such as CDs or USBs with one Live Distro by copying it onto each object separately.
Q: How do you create a Live CD/DVD/USB? A: To create a live CD/DVD/USB you need to download an ISO file which contains all the necessary files needed to boot up your computer and then burn them onto your chosen object using software such as ImgBurn or Nero Burning ROM.
