Hello everyone,

I have found a distro of knoppix called,"Knoppix STD".After a search of the forums,I have discovered some posts where it is mentioned.I am fairly new to linux, so I am wondering if this software is too advanced for me at this point.I can navigate the console, and I have a decent knowledge of the unix file system.But password recovery, encryption,pen testing and autopsies remain mysterious yet enticing realms.Some reviews laude it as a great system for the novice security student, and others say it is only for the experienced.

Before I get in over my head,I would appreciate your opinions: will this distro develop my security skills,or will it simply frustrate me?