I just installed Debian kernel 2.6.8 something. The other option was 2.4.27-speakup. I was not given the option to edit the grub loader after installing, so I have booted up with Knoppix, and I am trying to figure out where to find the grub file to add something like: text speakup_synth=txprt Or should I add: speakup speakup_synth=txprt I might have to re-partition and install again if I cannot figure this out. I am also having some difficulty accessing the various partitions with Knoppix. I did su, but I often get the "permission denied" response. Thanks in advance for any help here. Glenn