Just installed Vector Linux (which claims to be "light") on an old Duron 700 with 128 meg laptop.

Got to say it's pretty good out of the box. Found all the hardware and just "worked".

Runs OpenOffice & Firefox without any issues.

Laptop is now destined for my 6 year old nephew.

http://vectorlinux.com/products

 

have had a check but cant seem to see what kernel this is based on. which linux derivative is it based on?

 

What's a simple way for me to check?

 

had a look in their forum. vetorlinux 6.0 is running the latest 2.6 kernel. good job. might take a look at the "light" version for my old celeron laptop.