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Appendix 2: SuSE Linux 7.3 For PPC


A Mac OS Innocent In Linux Land

Appendix 1: Linux On The WallStreet - Episode One

Friday, December 28, 2001


By Applelinks Contributing Editor Charles W. Moore

The latest SuSE edition is claimed to be the most comprehensive Linux version for Motorola PowerPC processors on the market today. SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition comes on 8 CDs with the latest Linux operating system and more than 2,000 applications tuned to the needs of PowerPC users. The latter include image processing programs, desktop applications and emulators, as well as an extensive range of window managers, network tools, and editors.

The improved KDE 2.2.1 desktop sets high standards with respect to user-friendliness and functionality. XFree86 4.1 and SaX2, the expanded graphical configuration tool which ensures a simple and secure setup of supported graphics cards, complement this Linux package.

The virtual machine MOL (Mac on Linux) has also been improved. Using it you may start a network-capable MacOS in Linux in window- or full- screen mode.

The sound system ALSA (Advanced Linux Sound Architecture) for PowerMacs among other functionalities enables you to integrate up to 8 sound cards at the same time.

Even newcomers should encounter no installation difficulties, thanks to SuSE's administration and configuration tool YaST2. The automatic hardware detection and a selection of preinstalled configurations render the setup if not "mere child's play," as SuSE intimates -- it is at least doable for non Linux veterans.

With the brand new Kernel 2.4.12, SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition features greatly enhanced USB support as well as the possibility to use up to 3 GB RAM.

SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition can be obtained directly from SuSE, bookstores, or software retailers. The recommended retail price for the package is US $ 79.95.

Further information on the product can be found at:
http://www.suse.com/us/products/suse_linux/ppc/index.html

SuSE Linux 7.3 for PowerPC
For Macintosh and RS/6000 computers
Price: $ 79.95

For more information, visit:
http://www.suse.com/us/index.html

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A Mac OS Innocent In Linux Land

Appendix 1: Linux On The WallStreet - Episode One


Charles W. Moore

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