Description

 Helix is a bootable CD originally based upon Knoppix, with an emphasis on Incident Response & Computer Forensics.What are the minimum requirements to run Helix?Helix needs lots of RAM and a x86 architecture (Intel, AMD, etc.). You might get it running on an a system with at least 48MB RAM, but don't expect much (like a GUI). You really need a pentium class computer with at least 128MB RAM. The more RAM the better.How do you install Helix?In short you do not install Helix.1) Burn the cd image (Helix.iso) to a CD.2) Make sure that your machine can boot from a CD. (check the BIOS)3) Reboot the machine with the CD in the CD-ROM drive.4) Use Helix.If you want a permanent installation of Helix you have the option of putting it on your harddrive. There is a script that will accomplish that called knx2hd. Keep in mind that this will destroy all existing data on the partition you install it on.