The New XFree86 (Linux) [Paperback]

Bill Ball (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 8, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0761531521 | ISBN-13: 978-0761531524 | Edition: 1

The New XFree86 is included in the latest releases of Linux distributions. It has improved graphics support, speed, and the ability to support TrueType fonts out of the box. The New XFree86 covers this latest incarnation of Linux's graphical network system, X11 R6.4, in rich detail. Featuring step-by-step instructions for installation and configuration of The XFree86 Project, Inc.’s radically updated GUI for Linux, this book will answer all of your pressing concerns. The book includes detailed discussions on how to use fonts, how to install new fonts, and font management for improving desktop display during an X11 session. This reference delves into X11’s technical capabilities and shows remote client execution, remote session startup via dial-in or a network, and multiple-session management. You will also receive loads of security tips, details about host choosers, and remote booting. All Linux users who use GNOME, KDE, or any GUI will benefit from the straight-forward information presented in this book. ItemID: 0761531521

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About the Author

Bill Ball is the author of a number of bestselling books about Linux. He has been using Linux since kernel version 0.99 and is an advocate of the Open-Source movement. He is a member of the Northern Virginia Linux Users Group (NOVALUG).

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Muska & Lipman/Premier-Trade; 1 edition (March 8, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761531521
• ISBN-13: 978-0761531524
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,508,197 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More info than one could ever hope for!, May 9, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The New XFree86 (Linux) (Paperback)

What a bargin! This book not only gives you all the answers to things you need to know to install, set up, and effectively use XFree86, it also gives a very comprehensive history of the software and the project, which I always find useful when trying to learn about a particular subject. This book is the tops in my opinion. If you need a reference about XFree86, this is definately some of the best money you can spend toward that end.

8 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Fluf, November 10, 2001

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"bj38118" (Boone, NC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The New XFree86 (Linux) (Paperback)

This book is full of fluff, yes it does have some good info in it, but it makes the reader work too hard. IMHO this book (like many other computer books) has too much flash. I want something that is more condensed.

If you are a newbie, a dumb newbie at that, get this book. If you are intelligent please for the love of god stay away from this book. While it isn't the worst 30 bucks I have ever spent, it comes close.