Using a LiveCD to test a notebook

[Joe]

Hi.  Maybe there isn't a generic answer to this, but can someone give 
some pointers on what to look for when checking out a new notebook with 
a cd like knoppix at a computer store, etc. ?  I know about checking on 
the web first for notebooks (www.linux-on-laptops.com).

Obviously, it has to boot and bring up kde, but do any of you have a 
checklist of things to try?

Joe

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