It looks like FreeNX only runs on 32-bit, won't run on 64-bit kernel. Is that correct? If so, is VNC the next best alternative? Les Mikesell wrote: > Robert Moskowitz wrote: > >>> I don't know about a minimum X install, but I've been very happy >>> with freenx on centos 5, connecting as easily from mac, PC, or >>> linux. in my lab (human brain imaging), we do remote graphics >>> display all the time, openoffice definitely works. I wanted to be >>> able to work from home and X was just crawling along, unusable. with >>> freenx, its almost like sitting at the console. I have my gnome >>> desktop (KDE is also fine) and all the visual goodness that comes >>> with it. my favorite story is an undergrad working in my lab was >>> able to connect over wireless from Argentina to my server in CT USA, >>> pull up images, and do some real work--the point being that its fast >>> and secure. >>> >>> moreover, there is a very helpful FAQ, >>> http://wiki.centos.org/HowTos/FreeNX >> Do you run the server in init 5? Or can it run in init 3? >> >> Trying to save memory on the server.... >> >> But wait, the client has even LESS memory :( > > Freenx/NX will use more memory at both ends than a plain remote X > session because it gets most of its performance gain and the ability > to suspend a running session by caching things at both ends. On a > fast local LAN you might just use X, but for remote access it is worth > buying more RAM if you need it. > -- Liam Kirsher PGP: http://liam.numenet.com/pgp/