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
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