Re: [Nolug] mac os x

Yes, they've ported XFree86 to it, and you can compile most Linux
programs against it. However, interaction with Aqua is rough, from what
I understand (that's called rootless X Server) so you have to switch
between them, kinda like (or maybe even exactly like) switching between
virtual terminals.

Question is, why would you want to? From what I understand, OS X has
pretty good apps on it's own. Sure, to run certain things it might be
nice, but for the most part, just use the native tools, ported
non-native tools, and command line utilities.
P
PS: I've never used OS X except to play around with a laptop at CompUSA.

On Thu, Feb 28, 2002 at 06:03:47PM -0800, Bryant Stewart wrote:
> hey guys
> i am going to help put up a mac os x server at school.
> I wanted to know if it was possible to install linux
> applications and enviroments like KDE and icecast on
> it?
>
> i am happy mac did what microsoft wouldn't...
>
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