I've done the Live CD/USB, and that worked fine, but for the lack of being able to save data. Persistence is an option, but what I'm really looking for is a full fledged bootable install on a USB ...

A little something for the weekend, sir? Pendrivelinux.com has a tutorial showing how you can easily set up Linux to boot from a USB stick drive. Links are provided to the only two downloads required ...

Universal USB Installer is a versatile ISO-to-USB tool that builds bootable Linux, Windows, and multiboot diagnostic flash drives with ease. The Universal USB Installer (UUI) is a powerful bootable ...

Portable installs are for more than just productivity ...